Neptune

East London singer-songwriter Iman Lake serenades listeners with his latest release ‘Neptune’. In a dreamy animated video, Iman transports us to another planet with visuals that picture a Black couple living a life of luxury. Lounged on sunbeds, they sip champagne and sail on a yacht through a purple ocean. In this new single, the smooth R&B tones in the melody are complimented by Iman’s soulful voice that promises, “dreaming on a tide” and “sailing on jewels”. In the break, he dips into a low, electronic and unmistakably seductive whisper. ‘Neptune’ clearly belongs on Soulection Radio, there’s no doubt that it’s The Sound of Tomorrow. 

Like the contents of a chilled champagne bottle, the production strikes the perfect balance between light and crisp. Losmunos Project illustrated the magnetic animation with director and producer Azeez Bello. Evidently, Iman’s talent is not limited to his vocals, he has a sharp eye for captivating visuals. Earlier this year, he teamed up with Azeez again to produce ‘Stranger Days’, a dystopian comic that reflects on the state of society. With shimmering glaciers and diamonds floating in the sea, ‘Neptune’ carries a more light-hearted message, which envisions a luxurious form of love.