Denver-based ARAYA is a budding producer in the melodic bass world with a sound that expertly balances emotional weight and anthemic energy. Luma is a prolific singer/songwriter whose vocal talents have been spreading like wildfire across the dance space. Joining forces, the pair deliver “Flowers” on the burgeoning Heaven Sent label.
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Ripe with an impassioned topline, “Flowers” is the soundtrack to the struggle of needing to move on from a love that has been uprooted. Luma’s silky vocals saunter over wistful guitar licks and melancholic pads, producing a reflective, heartfelt introduction. The lyrics focus on the inherent power that comes from resisting the urge to reach out to an ex, and the freedom that arises from fighting through the pain. As she finds her footing, the production builds masterfully, creating a sense of strength that supplements the words. The newfound intensity sails into a swinging, fervent drop imbued with an energetic rocktronic edge. The uplifting tones are interspersed with residual pain and waves of hopefulness, painting a picture of a better tomorrow. The melancholic chords and whispered vocal tones provide a touching outro that reinforces the notion that time itself can heal all things.
ARAYA quotes English poet Walter Savage Landor to introduce the single: “Music is God’s gift to man, the only art of Heaven given to earth, the only art of earth we take to Heaven.”
Luma explains how the collaboration evolved, saying, “When I wrote ‘Flowers,’ it was a totally different vibe than how it sounds now. ARAYA completely elevated the song and brought the story I had in my head fully to life. For the ones who’ve grown: I hope you love it!”
Based in Denver, ARAYA has emerged out of the melodic space sphere with a signature style that is deeply emotive while also remaining powerfully anthemic. He has worked with a slew of top-notch songwriters and producers, including Monika Santucci, Donna Tella, Bella Renee, Culture Code, and Runn. His collaboration “After All” with the latter two has amassed 2.3 million streams to date, in addition to earning radio support from Illenium, ARMHMR, and JVNA.
New York City’s Luma is an exceptionally talented singer-songwriter. Her distinct vocal prowess has made her a mainstay in the electronic scene, boasting more than 60 million streams across her catalog. She has an impressive list of collaborations alongside marquee names such as Adventure Club, Nurko, MitiS, yetep, Blanke, Codeko, and many more.
“Flowers” illustrates the pain of a wilted romance, while offering the strength to blossom into someone new.
ARAYA’s new single “Flowers” featuring Luma is available on all platforms via Heaven Sent Records.
More About Araya
ARAYA is a rising force in the melodic bass scene, weaving together heartfelt melodies and powerful emotions to create an unforgettable sound. Growing up playing piano, ARAYA was deeply inspired by artists like Illenium, The Chainsmokers, and ARMNHMR, which shaped his unique musical style. ARAYA’s track, “After All,” a collaboration with Culture Code and RUNN, has amassed over 3 million streams. Having shared the stage with renowned acts like ARMNHMR, Yetep, and Jauz, ARAYA continues to captivate audiences with his dynamic performances. The name ARAYA, meaning “a place to pray,” reflects their mission to provide a sanctuary for listeners, allowing them to feel okay and embraced through the music.
More About Luma
With a fast-growing list of collaborators and an even faster-growing list of fans, Luma is on the fast track to be living the dream” – American Songwriter Based out of New Jersey and New York City, Luma is an independent writer and vocalist with an impressive list of collaborations including renowned artists such as Adventure Club, Ookay, Bear Grillz, MitiS, ARMNHMR, Nurko, and Zack Martino. Pulling from a deep-rooted love for storytelling and true human connection, Luma’s songs never fail to represent something beautiful. Having amassed nearly 60 million streams as a writer and vocalist in dance music, her knack for magnetic melody and lyrical introspection are noted in everything she does. At the beginning of 2021, she landed her first sync placement in the Lexus IS “All In & More” Campaign. This was followed by the release of her debut EP, ‘Kill the Night’, featuring collaborations with notable artists such as Blanke and Yuppycult (Rez from the duo Timeflies). The EP garnered recognition from esteemed press outlets including American Songwriter, Sweety High, Dancing Astronaut, and YourEDM, solidifying Luma’s reputation as an artist to watch. Pulling from a deep-rooted love for nature and genuine human connection, Luma’s songs always represent something beautiful. Unafraid to explore darkness, she never ceases to write from the heart, hoping to be the light for an audience that continues to grow.