Meet Vancouver’s rising vocal talent, Sophia Danai. Striking, and yet surprisingly unpretentious, this young star’s voice is as honest as her lyrics. With a sound that ranges from alternative R&B to sultry Electro-Pop, Okayplayer dubbed her a mix of Billie Holiday and Portishead, adding that she’s a “dynamic singer with an obvious foundation in soul”.

With a new-found sense of empowerment as an independent artist, Sophia has created a record in which the raw beauty of her voice takes centre stage. Her new album, Love Royale, is an evocative collection of songs intended to take the listener on a journey.