Winny explores the intricacies of love & relationships in masterful EP ‘Commercial Break’
“...an afro-reggae gem from start to finish with the most impeccable vibes” - 1883 Magazine
“…that new one which is called Lego I really love the laid-back and dreamy vibes of that song as well, gentle, wonky beats and ambient synths, ah, just like scratches an itch in my brain, and I love the way it’s all kind of pieced together with this smooth, gliding bassline, yeah, Winny is the one for sure.” - Tara Kumar, BBC Radio 1’s ‘Future Artists’
“A fiery soul whose striking vocals and hypnotic melodies glaze seamlessly across ingenious instrumentations. If there’s one act you need to be excited for, it’s Winny.” - Clash Magazine
Turning the heads of many worldwide, Afro-reggae trailblazer Winny has unveiled her highly anticipated EP ‘Commercial Break’. Fresh off the back of “Lego”, a dancefloor filler oozing with Winny’s artistic prowess, this body of work further emphasises her ability to create music that resonates with a multitude of cultures and ages across the globe - a testament to Winny’s determination to break boundaries in the industry and form a lasting community of supporters through unrivalled raw authenticity.
Documenting her twenty-something’s for all to hear, Winny navigates the intricacies of relationships, womanhood and the spontaneity of love in life. Reputed for cultivating a genre-bending sound that infuses elements of Reggae, R&B/Soul and Afro music into one, ‘Commercial Break’ is an honest and candid memoir with boast-worthy features from Projexx and Thutmose.
Opening the EP with “Picture Perfect” a soft submergence harnessed with piano-led instrumentation, gospel vocals and a soulful ring, Winny sets the tone for what’s yet to arrive. Turning up the tempo in “All Night”, a seductive and hip-moving spin, we move swiftly into “So Good” alongside Projexx. Complimenting each other’s styles perfectly, “So Good” is a two-perspective love song exploring the infatuation with a fellow love interest. Encouraging listeners to get on there feet in “9-5”, “Lego”, and “Take Me” alongside hit-maker Thutmose, Winny begins to close the EP with “You (I Like)” an infectious anthem that boasts her signature silky vocals and hypnotising melodies before the final track “Utility Player”. Underlined with an acoustic backdrop, “Utility Player” showcases Winny’s lyrical vulnerability amidst a dreamscape production. Set to mark another pivotal time in her career thus far, ‘Commercial Break’ is without a doubt going to ruffle some industry feathers!
Speaking on the meaning behind the EP Winny explained, "’Commercial break’ is used as a metaphor.
Each song represents fleeting moments of love, like commercial breaks in life where love interrupts the everyday routine. Love can come from unexpected connections and can be presented as spontaneous, catching people off guard in the middle of life’s “programming” much like a commercial break offering relief, a temporary escape from pain similar to a break during a tense show. Each track symbolises different stages or perspectives of love just like switching between channels from passion to distance, excitement to calmness capturing the idea that some loves are temporary, brief in the commercial breaks of life leaving a lasting impact even if they are short-lived."
Winny’s Bio
Winifred Ohili Adanu, professionally known as Winny, an Afro-reggae singer from Benue State, Nigeria. The Talented Idoma singer was born and raised in Jos, Nigeria. Winny's sound embodies a blend of Reggae, R&B/Soul and Afro music, coupled with a unique vocal texture and delivery - a distinct edge to her music. Drawing inspiration from artists like Chronixx, Wizkid, and Kranium, Winny brings her own distinct edge to her music, infusing it with messages of love, compassion, self-awareness, and belonging. Growing up in a large family instilled in Winny, the values of contentment, love, and faith; which continue to shape her identity and artistic expression. As she embarks on her musical journey, Winny aims to evoke profound emotional connections with her audience while establishing a distinctive artistic persona.
In April 2023, she released her debut 7-track self-titled project, which included her two previously released singles, "Pretty" and "Don’t Leave" — the latter of which debuted in the Top 200 of the Apple R&B/Soul Chart in Nigeria, Kenya, Congo, and Gambia – that garnered Winny co-signs from major artists like Omah Lay. The project soared to Number 1 on the Apple Music R&B/Soul Chart in Nigeria and across multiple charts in at least 19 countries in Africa, North America, and the UK within its first week. Eager to break boundaries and ascend to the zenith of the music industry, Winny promises an exciting future. Gaining support from COLORS, BBC Radio 1 [Tara Kumar], Apple Music 1 [Ebro Darden], Vibe Magazine, 1883 Magazine, UPROXX, Mixtape Madness, New Wave Magazine, HOEZINE, Ones to Watch, and more, not to mention Spotify playlisting in ‘New Music Friday UK’, ‘R&B; RISING’, ‘Cocoa Butter’, ‘Sizzlers’, ‘Fresh Finds R&B’, ‘Groovin’ R&B’, and more.