For the first time in over five years, Fly My Pretties return with new music, the first taste of their new project, Elemental. ‘Red Flags’ presents Auckland-based vocalist Taylah, delivering a powerhouse vocal performance alongside an 11-piece band, combining to create a retro-soul and blues-inspired sound that is found throughout the entire new project.
Showcasing her unique vocal blend of neo-soul and R&B, ‘Red Flags’ is anchored by a strong vocal from Taylah, with a mighty backing chorus provided by RIIKI REID, TAWAZ, AJA and Laughton Kora. With a backing band including members of The Black Seeds and The Nudge, ‘Red Flags’ brings a sound of a powerful soul-vocalist backed by a group of world class musicians, and shows off the first taste of an exciting new direction for Fly My Pretties.
Written and recorded over one week at the world-class facilities of Wellington’s Massey University, Elemental sees Fly My Pretties exploring a range of fundamental human, spiritual and natural elements through waiata. The resulting project is a collection of songs dripping in soul and blues, performed by an all-star band and a collection of incredible vocalists. Set for release this May, expect more from Elemental to show off the diverse new sound from New Zealand’s favourite musical collective.