Equal parts Alabama Shakes, Florence and the Machine, and Solange, IMANIGOLD is the soundtrack to this generation’s fight for social change. With their honest storytelling, tight yet grungy vocals, and seasoned musicianship, IMANIGOLD is Americana for 2021’s America. 

In 2017, IMANIGOLD released a version of “Ride On” as part of a fundraiser to build a home studio in April’s bedroom. Over the past three years, April has taught herself to produce, while Nikki has honed the band’s visual identity. Now, IMANIGOLD has completed an EP which they will release throughout 2021—beginning with “RIDE ON (2021)” and its music video. “We put our entire soul into telling this intimate story through footage of and by April and I from 1996-2019,” Nikki says of the music video. 

The release of “RIDE ON (2021)” is coming at a crucial moment for April and Nikki. They are both sought-after models with industry-smashing agency, We Speak Model Management. Furthermore, after sharing several videos playing bass at home, April is also currently going viral, receiving praise from Jaden Smith, Questlove, Chaka Khan, Flea, and over ten million more on her refreshing musicianship and charming authenticity.

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CONTINENTAL DRIFT

RIDE ON (2021)

April wrote “CONTINENTAL DRIFT” about a codependent relationship she couldn’t let go of while processing the recent suicide of her best friend, and April and Nikki worked together to create the single you hear today. 

Over three years April has taught herself to produce, while Nikki has honed the band’s visual identity. Now, IMANIGOLD has completed an EP which they will release throughout 2021— “CONTINENTAL DRIFT” is their second release.

Equal parts Tegan and Sara, Solange, and Florence and the Machine, IMANIGOLD is the soundtrack to this generation’s fight for social change. With their honest storytelling, tight yet grungy vocals, and seasoned musicianship, IMANIGOLD is Americana for 2021’s America. 

Originally from Austin, Texas, Harlem-based sisters April Kae and Nikki Kae are the heartbeat of IMANIGOLD, collaborating as songwriters, vocalists, and community organizers. April plays bass and synth while Nikki plays guitar and creates the band’s visuals. IMANIGOLD is also an artist’s collective with a digital publication sharing resources and insights for community organizing and social justice. 

The release of “CONTINENTAL DRIFT” is coming at a crucial moment for April and Nikki. They are both sought-after models with industry-smashing agency WeSpeak and were recently featured in She Shreds, Guitar Girl, NYLON, and Bass Player Magazine. Furthermore, April is currently going viral for her bass playing, receiving praise from Zoe Kravitz, Willow Smith, Jaden Smith, Questlove, Chaka Khan, Flea, and over ten million more on her refreshing musicianship and charming authenticity.

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