This edition of R&B Bops leans into late night soul and warm confessions. With two rising artists exploring vulnerability from very different angles, these tracks bring heartfelt honesty, velvet smooth grooves and the glow of real emotion.
Alastair Bentley – Box Office
Alastair Bentley delivers melodies that feel instantly familiar, wrapped in a warmth that sinks straight into your chest
Halifax singer songwriter Alastair Bentley brings a breezy, heartfelt charm on Box Office, a track that moves with an easy confidence and a storyteller’s touch. Growing up in West Yorkshire, Alastair absorbed the pulse of the local music scene and the influence of icons like Paul McCartney, Mac DeMarco, Hers and Beach House. You can hear that blend of classic and contemporary in every line.
The song unfolds like a diary entry, full of small details and soft humour, carried by Alastair’s distinctive tone and a melody that lingers long after it ends. There is a simplicity to the production that lets the songwriting shine, and a sincerity that makes the song feel like a quiet, welcome conversation.
This release marks another step forward for Alastair, now firmly emerging as one of Halifax’s most promising young voices.
Karnee – Spent
Karnee’s voice holds a rare emotional weight, turning every line of Spent into something tender, vulnerable and unforgettable
Detroit artist Karnee returns with Spent, a soulful, emotive R&B track that leans into longing and the ache of unspoken feelings. Inspired by the heightened emotion of romantic films, Karnee writes with honesty, letting each lyric cut straight to the heart.
Recorded in Oklahoma City with producer Rob Stovall and master engineer Cutta Classic, the track carries a rich warmth. Soft percussion and understated production leave space for Karnee’s intimate vocals, creating a moment that feels personal yet instantly relatable. It captures a snapshot of emotional openness that many listeners will recognise.
Spent marks an important moment in Karnee’s artistic journey, setting her on a path toward even bigger stages as she continues refining her deeply heartfelt sound. It’s genuinely stunning.
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