Mikky Ekko is one of those artists who you may or may not have heard of yet. The American singer-songwriter might be best known for his collaboration with Rihanna on the track "Stay," but this guy has a lot more to offer than just that. His debut album Time reportedly has a guest list of Benny Blanco, Ryan Tedder, TV On The Radio's Dave Sitek, Clams Casino, and more. The album is set to drop on January 20, 2015, so stay tuned -- it should be a solid one.
I recently saw Mikky Ekko when he opened up for Alt-J in New York, and his performance was surprisingly good. His set moved between different genres, providing everything from R&B vibes to folky flavors. I wasn't too familiar with his work prior to the show, and I never left my spot and enjoyed every minute. Definitely would bring my mom to his show, too. Well, mostly because she loves some good live music!
The remix of Mikky Ekko's "Kids" is provided by one of my favorite remixers, Oliver Nelson. Take a listen and you'll see why he's the life of the party, or part of a sunny day playlist at the very least.