Nneka - Africans

Nneka has been operating covertly on the soul scene for years, with her smooth vocal tones originating in Nigeria, practiced in Gospel choirs, and then perfected in Germany and the USA. From her latest critically acclaimed album, Victim of Truth, a blend of African inspired rnb, jazz and hip-hop; the single, Africans, veers in a positive reggae direction. Fuelled with political opinions and encouragement for the African population to "wake up to the world", the production from DJ Farhot is impressive and the track flows seamlessly and soothingly. It's distinctive and emotional with a funky twist - wake up to the soulful tunes of Nneka. [Lara Moloney]