Blame It on the Moon, Shannon Chapman’s newest release after her debut EP, is a groovy mid-tempo neo-soul track with a laid back beat. Smooth, decisive vocals take turns with punchy sax and a silky flute solo over a lush bed of piano, Rhodes, pads and synth bass.

Lyrically, Shannon flirts with the idea of learning to accept things you can’t control, chalk it up to the mysteries of the universe, and move on - easier said than done, but if that doesn’t work, one can always bliss out to this track when things get tough.

Written, arranged, performed, recorded and produced by Shannon Chapman
Mixed and mastered by onray (https://onray.bandcamp.com/releases)
Artwork by Shannon Chapman

Blame It on the Moon

‘The First Move’ is the second single from vocalist, multi-instrumentalist, and producer Shannon Chapman’s upcoming EP ‘Playing Games’.

This alt-R&B track is an energetic believe-in-yourself bop, celebrating a take-charge, DIY attitude. Shannon’s signature flute and sax pairing take a brief horn break over the understated verse, before the momentum builds to a celebratory end chorus that will have listeners singing along. Synth bass, wah, layered percussion and retro Wurli lend a cool, neo-soul vibe. 

Put on this track for a self-esteem boost or a mid-week pick-me-up!

Written, arranged, performed, recorded and produced by Shannon Chapman

Mixed and mastered by onray (onray.bandcamp.com/releases)

Artwork by Shannon Chapman

The First Move

Rain on Me, the latest single from neo-soul artist and producer Shannon Chapman, falls over you like a gentle sun shower. Her most relaxed release to date, Rain on Me features luxurious Wurli and synth layers, a sax solo supported by a soft cloud of flugelhorns, and the delicate plink-plink of pizzicato strings. All together, Rain on Me conjures up the feeling of a welcome rainfall breaking up an oppressive heatwave. 
 
Put this on to feel cleansed and serene.

Rain on Me

Lay Back, the latest release by Toronto neo-soul artist & producer Shannon Chapman, is a seductive, sultry jam inviting the listener to shut their curtains and indulge in an intimate, cozy night in. Many musical and thematic elements remain from Lay Back’s origins as a short instrumental created during January 2020’s Song a Day for a Month challenge. Clavinet and Wurlitzer keyboards (heavy on the “wah”) combine with luscious layered percussion to create a sensual sound palette. Swirling flutes glimmer throughout the track, cushioning Shannon’s smooth vocals.

These days, there’s countless things to see and do. But nobody would blame you if you just wanted to put on this song, lay back, and chill.

Written, arranged, performed, recorded, produced and mixed by Shannon Chapman 
Mastered by Roman Riccio
Artwork by Shannon Chapman

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