Ari James shares vivid new single, “Enjoy the Ride”

Canadian artist Ari James has shared a fresh new single called “Enjoy the Ride”, featuring Sophia Danai and Kapok. Originally a producer, James later decided to pursue a path as a solo artist, which resulted in him developing an engaging sound that blurs the line between funk, soul, pop, and rock. His latest single “Enjoy the Ride” precedes the release of his debut EP later this summer, and it makes for a vivid and infectious listen.

Fluttering, summery guitars open “Enjoy the Ride”, creating a laid-back and dreamy backdrop for the vocalists’ sharply-crafted, emotive performances. They come through with poignant vocals that transition seamlessly between each other, giving the track a smooth, breezy feel. However, their verses are filled with heartfelt lyricism that remains candid and honest throughout, making “Enjoy the Ride” a relatable offering as well. Capped off by a memorable chorus, “Enjoy the Ride” is a track that is easy to re-visit while remaining thoughtful and potent throughout.

Of the song, James says, “"A little less than a year ago I found myself invited to an artist retreat at Headspace Recording Studios, I was paired up with Kapok and Sophia Danai and when I initially showed them this song as an instrumental, we all immediately began to write about the same topic: the inner reflection of all that you have gone through, and its necessity to have gotten you where you are today. We wrote and recorded the entire song in 3hrs, and it's my most important and impactful song yet.”

The latest from Canada’s Ari James, ""Enjoy the Ride” precedes the release of his new EP coming later in the summer.

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