Ella Mai

Ella Mai, rising figure of contemporary R&B, will perform at Bataclan during her Paris stop. An opportunity to discover live the suave voice and catchy melodies of the British artist.

Ella Mai, full name Ella Mai Howell, is a British singer and songwriter whose career took off in the mid-2010s. Born in London and having spent part of her adolescence in New York, she has managed to fuse the influences of these two musical capitals to forge a distinctive R&B sound. Her journey was marked by the release of several EPs under the 10 Summers Records label, founded by producer Mustard, before experiencing resounding success with her track "Boo'd Up" in 2018. This track, which became a modern R&B anthem, propelled Ella Mai onto the international stage, earning her nominations and awards, and solidifying her place among the important female voices of her generation.

Ella Mai's musical style follows in the tradition of 90s and early 2000s R&B, while bringing a contemporary freshness to it. Her compositions incorporate elements of soul, funk, and sometimes touches of gospel and reggae, creating an atmosphere that is both smooth and rhythmic. Her lyrics often explore themes of love, relationships and introspection, delivered with a sincerity that resonates with her audience. Her self-titled debut album, released in 2018, confirmed her ability to produce catchy and moving tracks, demonstrating early artistic maturity and strong vocal control.

On stage, Ella Mai is renowned for her captivating performances, where her ease and natural charisma fully manifest. She favors an approach that highlights her voice and the emotion of her songs, often accompanied by musicians who bring an organic dimension to her arrangements. The live experience with Ella Mai is generally perceived as an intimate and warm moment, where vocal quality is on point and where the artist interacts with her audience. This appearance in Paris, and more specifically at Bataclan, offers a privileged opportunity to connect with her musical universe in a venue with appreciated acoustics, allowing to fully appreciate the nuances of her voice and the richness of her productions.