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The Valley Stream singer-songwriter continues to develop a personal R&B and soul sound ahead of a forthcoming album release.

Valley Stream, New York singer-songwriter Gaviana is preparing for the release of a new album after introducing her latest chapter through a series of recent singles. “Let Me Know,” “John Doe,” and “World of Pressure” present an artist working within the traditions of contemporary R&B and soul while placing emotional clarity at the center of her writing.

Gaviana began learning piano and guitar at the age of eight, an early foundation that continues to inform her approach to songwriting. Her music is shaped by personal experiences and a clear interest in vocal expression, with Mariah Carey cited as an important influence alongside Beyoncé and Alicia Keys. Rather than treating those reference points as a fixed template, Gaviana uses them as a starting point for songs that reflect her own perspective.

The recent releases explore different sides of that approach. “Let Me Know” centers on the uncertainty that can emerge within a relationship, while “John Doe” considers emotional distance and the difficulty of recognizing someone who no longer feels familiar. “World of Pressure” turns toward the strain of navigating expectations and personal challenges. Together, the songs offer a useful introduction to the themes surrounding Gaviana’s forthcoming album.

Her work has also developed through live performance. Gaviana has appeared at festivals, fashion shows, and showcases across several states, building experience outside the studio while expanding her audience. Touring and merchandise releases are among her future plans, alongside the arrival of the new record.

As Gaviana moves toward the album, the recent singles suggest a project grounded in direct songwriting, measured vocal performances, and an interest in the emotional details that shape everyday relationships.

Gaviana is managed by A-Train Productions, whose guidance has played an important role in her development as an artist. She also credits her manager, Peterson, with helping her refine her sound and shape the musical direction that defines her current work.

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A lofi Afrobeats single that reframes a familiar portrait through tension and quiet narrative detail.

Roger K returns with “Mona Lisa,” a single that leans into lofi Afrobeats while maintaining a clear focus on storytelling. Built on a syncopated groove, the track moves with a steady, unforced rhythm, one that feels rooted in Afrobeats but softened through ambient textures and understated percussion. There is a noticeable restraint in the arrangement, which allows the narrative to sit at the center.

Roger approaches the song less as a tribute to the famous painting and more as a reimagining of its inner life. Rather than focusing on the well-worn mystique of the portrait itself, Roger shifts attention to the figures surrounding it, drawing on imagined tensions between the subject, her husband Francesco, and the painter. The result is a layered story that suggests unease beneath a composed exterior.

The production supports this idea without overstatement. Haunting melodic lines and muted synths drift in and out, giving the track a slightly distant quality. There are traces of 80s influence in the tonal palette, but they remain subtle, folded into a modern RnB framework. Roger’s vocal delivery stays controlled and measured, echoing the influence of artists like Usher and Brian McKnight, while maintaining a distinct identity shaped by phrasing and tone.

What stands out is Roger’s commitment to narrative ambiguity. The song does not attempt to resolve its central question, instead leaving space for interpretation. It hints at hidden motives and unspoken histories, encouraging closer listening rather than offering easy conclusions.