Mega | Newcastle

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Mega’s dazzling voice and stirring emotions takes UK soul into a new era, her empowerment, unguarded lyrics and subtle contemporary production proving the genre’s current scene with something new, but inspired by the live instrumentation of the genre’s roots. It’s a sound with a broad appeal, as evidenced by shows with artists as varied as Self Esteem, Angèle, Hozier and Nathan Rateliff, as well as airplay across Radio 1, Radio 2 and Radio 5.

Now Mega once again steps up with the new single ‘Don’t Get Too Close’, her first release of 2023. Expect more new music to follow soon. ‘Don’t Get Too Close’ more than lives up to Mega’s ever burgeoning reputation. Striking an optimum balance between uplifting gospel exuberance and a sprightly production with radiant pop appeal, ‘Don’t Get Too Close’ positions Mega to make much bigger strides in the months ahead. While the warmth of the song’s sound entices newcomers into her world, its lyrics affirm a powerful declaration: if Mega isn’t welcoming you in, stay well away.

Mega wrote ‘Don’t Get Too Close’ with the track’s producer Jonny Hockings, with additional production from Jojo Mukeza (Stormzy) and mixing courtesy of Nathan Boddy (PinkPantheress, Celeste, Mura Masa).

Her debut single ‘Chariot’ made an instant impact, leading to further support including the BRITs Sunday Spotlight, NME and The Independent. Her debut EP ‘Future Me’ arrived during lockdown, but last year’s follow-up ‘Colour My World’ provided the next step towards more regular live shows, with a sold-out headline set at Omeara arriving alongside her high-profile support slots. She credits all-time greats as inspirations, notably Amy Winehouse, Aretha Franklin, Nina Simone, Lauryn Hill and Whitney Houston.