L'Rain is the moniker of Taja Cheek, a multi-instrumentalist, songwriter, and vocalist hailing from Brooklyn, New York, whose experimental and genre-defying music has garnered attention for its intricate layering of sounds and emotional depth. With an approach that melds elements of psychedelia, electronic, soul, and ambient music, L'Rain's work is characterized by its introspective quality and its exploration of memory, loss, and renewal.

Taja Cheek, as L'Rain, made a profound entrance into the music scene with her self-titled debut album in 2017, a release that immediately set her apart due to its haunting melodies, loops, and lyrical vulnerability. Since then, she has continued to push boundaries with subsequent releases, including her critically acclaimed 2021 album "Fatigue." Through tracks like "I Killed Your Dog" and "Two Face," she dives into a personal narrative that resonates universally, earning respect for her immersive soundscapes and poignant storytelling. Her work is not merely heard, but deeply felt, often layered with field recordings, tape manipulation, and poignant vocals that invite listeners into a reflective sonic world. With remixes like "New Year’s UnResolution (DJ Python Remix)" and strikingly original songs such as "Suck Teeth" and "Blame Me," L'Rain persists as a powerful and evocative figure in the vanguard of experimental music.

Genres

Collage Pop

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Latest Release

Green

L'Rain

Single - Released May 10, 2024