The Mask EP

The SouL Pops, Chicago's DeJay Cease, debuts on Cataleya Music with the organic, soul-infused Mask EP. "This Masquerade" featuring Trevor Johnson reworks the George Benson classic into classy Soulful House, all impressive piano and questioning vocals, with an Instrumental letting keys and strings shine. "Afro-Rican Jazz" pairs powerful grooves with textured percussion, while "Something About You" closes on organ blasts, life-giving strings and catching melodies. A soulful winner with jazzy flourishes and spiritual edges.