“Roads”, the latest release from Riva Taylor is an imaginative cover of the 90s indie classic by British band Portishead. Riva’s take on the song introduces an atmospheric bossa nova rhythm infused with her haunting vocals: “I’d grown up listening to this song” she says “its one that has always struck a chord both musically and lyrically. I was interested in adapting its rhythm while remaining true to the song’s essence and depth”.
“Roads” will feature as a bonus track on the extended version of Riva’s newly released album, ”Colours of Blue”, available to pre-order now on vinyl. The album is an exploration of emotions and experiences, woven with a rich tapestry of soulful melodies and Latin American rhythms. The album showcases Taylor’s growth as an artist, blending her love for jazz, bossa nova and world rhythms, with contemporary pop elements. It marks a significant evolution in Taylor’s sound, reflecting her diverse musical influences and her journey of self-discovery over the past few years. Taylor’s recent promotional tour in Latin America, including a captivating appearance on Mexico’s national TV program “Sale el Sol” and two performances at the Marvin Festival, deepened her connection with the
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“I wanted to go back to my roots on this album and return to where it all began for me as an artist, exploring sounds that spanned the jazz and soundtrack worlds,” says Taylor. “After the pandemic, I was ready to shift my perspective as a writer, focusing less on the personal and more on the observational, reflecting on fresh relationships and places. Two years and numerous trips to Latin America later, here is ‘Colours Of Blue,’ a reflective collection of songs inspired by artistic collaboration, exotic places, and new rhythms.”
