In an era where club music is often about escape, Kelela’s Raven dares to ask: What if the club is where you finally face yourself?

Critically acclaimed as one of the best releases of 2023, Raven was lauded for its "sensual, dynamic, and cathartic" energy. Reviewers from Pitchfork and NPR highlighted its ability to oscillate between intimate introspection and club-ready innovation, solidifying Kelela's place as a singular force in contemporary music. Kelela : Raven | Album review - Treble Zine

: Her vocals are often described as "vaporous" and "preternaturally relaxed," shifting between R&B hooks and the pulsing tempos of underground dance music.

Submerged in the Night: How Kelela’s 'Raven' Redefined the Architecture of Modern R&B

[Washed Away] (0 BPM Ambient Introduction) │ ▼ [Happy Ending] (Uptempo Breakbeat / UK Garage) │ ▼ [On the Run] (Hazy Midtempo R&B) │ ▼ [Missed Call] (Acoustic Guitar morphing into Jungle Beat) │ ▼ [Contact] (Four-to-the-floor Old-School House)

: Executive produced by Kelela and Asmara , the album features significant contributions from LSDXOXO , Bambii , and the ambient duo OCA .