Xavier White

True talent lies in the ability to trigger a range of emotions within listeners, whether it be through an upbeat or sombre tone.

Xavier White represents New York City and has curated an organic timbre within his sound. Somewhere between the innovation of today’s productions and the emotional rawness found in older RnBass sounds, Xavier White definitely is an underrated talent sure to break out into the mainstream.

His Cancer vs. Gemini EP was released early 2016 working alongside producer and song-writer Paul Couture, the two exhibited excellent song-writing skills depicting solid narratives through White’s sultry chops.

This week he returns alongside producer Ronin whom had a stand out single titled ‘Fall’ which received the Fresh Finds stamp of approval and subsequently went #3 on the Global Viral Chart on Spotify. - RnBass

Smooth singer Xavier White just wants some quality time with real people in his fresh new track "Real Company". The New York City-based artist typically unveils tracks with honest lyrics and a transparent realism in his words (check out "Bad Blood"). In Xavier White's latest, he tells it as it is in the emotionally raw tune "Real Company" with R&B producer Ronin. The delectable beat is minimalist but effective, with its silky nature only highlighting Xavier White's words. Ronin promotes a dreamy aesthetic in the hazy beats of the track, with it's lingering synths and smooth echoes. Xavier White's sexy voice spews real emotion, yearning for something real in a world full of uncertainties.
Read more at http://earmilk.com/2016/12/19/get-acquainted-with-real-company-in-xavier-white-ronin/#cf1btGcai8JfWPRw.99 - EARMILK

Xavier White shows great progress with new single “Real Company.” Word on the street is that he is sitting on a ton of new music. If it is even close to as good as this tune, we are all in for a treat. Xavier and Ronin work well together and we look forward to seeing him team up again. Grab this new one below. - thissongslaps

We weren’t sure if we were going to get another records from Xavier White before the end of the year, but we’re glad we did. He’s been killing it this year with some huge releases and here he adds another with “Real Company.” This one just dropped today with the Brooklyn producer Ronin.

Xavier is one of the best underground R&B acts you will come across. His sound has so much potential, don’t be surprised when he’s rivaling the top artists in the entire industry. You only need to look so far as any of his singles, but his newest is one of the strongest pieces of evidence you can find. “Real Company” is a soulful venture into a bit of a lighter sound for Xavier, whose aesthetic is generally of a darker tone. Thing is, Xavier can do anything he puts his mind to. Enjoy this single and get ready for whatever this cat has stored for 2017. Big things coming. - THEMUSICNINJA

The music industry is a tough one to get into, especially with a genre like R&B, which hasn’t really had a shining moment in years. There are exceptions to that though, with new versions of R&B popping up all over the place from people like Bryson Tiller, Jeremih, and even Adele to a certain extent. One person that is determined to breakthrough in this genre and the industry is New York City’s very own Xavier White, who has just released his debut EP “Cancer vs. Gemini”.

The talented singer has received critical and fan acclaim for his music and has quite the following on his social media platforms. Xavier took time out of his busy schedule to discuss all of this, including how he got into the industry, thoughts on his EP, what’s next for him, and more.

At what age did you determine you wanted to be in the music industry and why?

Roughly around the age of 16 is when I decided to direct myself towards taking my music career seriously. When high school was coming to an end, my options were to do the normal 2-4 year degree or chase your dreams. I chose chase my dreams!

Growing up, who were some of your biggest musical influences that helped you shape your vocals and sound?

The shaping of my sound and voice came from Usher, Michael Jackson, R. Kelly, which were all my inspirations growing up.

Your music has a very R&B vibe to it, was that always the direction you wanted to go into?

My music was not always an R&B vibe, I had a very Rock R&B vibe to my older material, which was completely different from my sound now.

Tell me about the process of recording your EP “Cancer VS. Gemini”.

The Cancer Vs. Gemini EP was a difficult and lengthy project, but nonetheless it was successful with many whiskey shots and lyric changes. I had to overcome many personal road blocks when working with my new producer Paul Couture, but together we produced an amazing project. Paul is incredibly talented and I’m grateful to have worked with him.

Do you have a favorite track from it and why?

I love Spend the Night, the idea of the song came from a dream I had of a girl. The dream was very animated and real as if it someday it would come true, still wishing of course, If I ever see that girl, this will be the first song I play her!

R&B as a whole seems to be a breed in music that is slowly losing its luster, yet it has examples that still make it relevant such as Jeremih and Bryson Tiller. What do you plan on doing to get that genre back on the up and up?

Changing the sound, but still providing an R&B essence to the sound and vocabulary of my voice.

Besides the EP, what do you have going on for the rest of the year?

Besides the EP I’m preparing to go on tour, which is in the works, at the moment performing around NYC to keep the momentum moving and to keep the buzz going

Ultimately, what is your biggest goal for yourself in your musical career?

Besides winning a Grammy or Oscar, I’d have to say My biggest goal is to continue to perform at a high level for my fans as well as gain a worldly perspective that will help me to evolve with the music industry.

Anything else to add?

Be on the lookout for my new single dropping bad blood mid-July! - Manhattan Digest

True talent lies in the ability to trigger a range of emotions within listeners, whether it be through an upbeat or sombre tone. Xavier White represents New York City and has curated an organic timbre within his sound. Somewhere between the innovation of today's productions and the emotional rawness found in older R&B sounds, Xavier White definitely is an underrated talent sure to break out into the mainstream. His Cancer vs. Gemini EP was released early 2016. Working alongside producer and song-writer Paul Couture, the two exhibited excellent song-writing skills depicting solid narratives through White's sultry chops.

Collaborating once again, Paul Couture and Xavier White link up in "Bad Blood". The track sports a stark juxtaposition, laying over feathery vocals of Xavier White over filthy trap beats. The solid tune follows a torn relationship and is emphasized over a daunting beat and tapping 808's. Xavier White's lustful vocals are as real as it gets. What helps Xavier White stand out from the herd of fresh R&B artists, is his ability to tap into new trends yet maintain a classic vibe in his vocal work. Coming out of Lush Records, Xavier White's "Bad Blood" is definitely a track to sit down to and dissect. - EARMILK

Xavier White is a singer to get acquainted with, especially in a market overflowing with dismissible content. He's got an old soulful tone in his voice but perks up his tracks with solid productions that take inspiration from gritty trap and hip hop beats. Additionally, the artist's work seems to always carry a narrative foundation, strengthening empathy between his music and listeners.

A few months back, EARMILK covered the menacing track "Bad Blood" by Xavier White and Paul Couture. The smooth single brought together the best of both worlds, shining a light on nostalgic R&B and today's hip hop styles.
Today, we're happy to premiere the music video for "Bad Blood". Upon rooftop gazes and tequila sips and all sorts of hedonistic escapades, Xavier White tells the story of a destructive romance in "Bad Blood". - EARMILK

No, singer Xavier White is not biting off of Taylor Swift’s song of the same name. The Albany artist offers a more complex situation between him and a girl that some T-Swift fans might be too young to comprehend. His latest single, produced by Paul Couture, details how he’s fallen for a creature of the night who is just as much fun as she is harmful. You can compare this love to the dangers of gasoline and fire. They go dangerously well together. The beat is haunting to a point that you should learn from Xavier’s greatest mistake. - Mass Appeal