CD

CD has swiftly carved her own lane with a cultivated twist on alternative r&b. The soulstress from Melbourne’s western suburbs has left many enamoured by her provocative mode. Armed with a honey syrup voice, and an evolved palette that touches influences of jazz, neo-soul and hip hop, CD uniquely evokes nostalgia while probing forward. After years honing her craft, the singer / songwriter has developed a sound that’s sui generis. Looking through the lens of contemporary r&b, while further drawing from her Egyptian culture, she utilises this blender of styles in her musical expression. A key member of Picked Last, the fast-rising collective of like-minded creatives, CD has been touted within inner circles as one of the next generation redefining Melbourne soul. The name has been bubbling, but it feels as though now it’s reaching boiling point. It was her single Mr M.I.A. that really turned heads and solidified her position as a breakout solo figure. CD garnered much critical praise, attracting attention from the likes of Triple J, Acclaim Magazine and was even shortlisted for ‘Best Hip Hop’ act at the Music Victoria Awards. To date, Mr M.I.A. has gained over 30k views on YouTube for her self-produced video, an impressive feat for a fiercely independent artist with limited offerings thus far. Though she is still expanding her catalogue, with every glimpse she continues to achieve significant milestones. Proof that she is one of Australia’s most compelling new acts. The future is looking bright for the young artist.