I'm Too Deep with ilham

The rising NYC star offers a breath of fresh air in the alternative r&b scene. The talented singer-songwriter’s smooth and soulful voice combined with r&b, pop-inflected beats, creates the perfect mix to vibe to. Focused more on mood-based vibes over specific genres, the stylistic and contemporary r&b sounds pay homage to ilham’s roots and culture. Not one to be labeled or stereotyped, ilham is far from your standard r&b singer. Her songwriting ability complements each track’s rhythm and beat, with her relatable lyrics resonating for many. Stuck in lockdown, ilham wrote and recorded the freestyle ‘in my room’. Trending on Soundcloud, the stripped back track really showcases iham’s musical talents. We sat down with ilham to discuss music, culture and the importance of representation. The voice of an angel. The success of ilham’s acclaimed EP’s has asserted herself as an artist to watch. Her soulful voice floats over the pulse of every track, generating a powerful and emotive response. With such a passionate and provocative tone, we were keen to hear where ilham’s love of music stemmed from. ilham fell in love with music because of her Father and his favourite song by Cheb Mami. The track drew raw emotion from her Father, a reflection of memories in his native Morocco.