Niecy Blues
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| Niecy Blues | |
|---|---|
| Birth name | Janise Robinson |
| Genres | [1] |
| Labels | Kranky |
Janise Robinson is an American singer who performs under the name Niecy Blues.
Early life[edit]
Robinson was raised in a religious household in Oklahoma.[2] They studied musical theater at Anderson University in South Carolina.[3]
Career[edit]
Robinson's debut EP, Opaque, was released in 2015.[4] In 2020, they self-released a second EP, Cry.[5]
Robinson released their full-length debut, Exit Simulation, through Kranky in November 2023.[3][6] The release was named one of the 100 best albums of the year by The Quietus.[7]
Personal life[edit]
Robinson resides in Charleston, South Carolina.[8]
Discography[edit]
Albums[edit]
| Title | Details |
|---|---|
| Exit Simulation |
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Extended plays[edit]
| Title | Details |
|---|---|
| Opaque |
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| CRY |
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Singles[edit]
| Title | Year | Album |
|---|---|---|
| "Bones Become the Trees" | 2021 | Non-album single |
| "Violently Rooted" | 2023 | Exit Simulation |
References[edit]
- ^ Shepherd, Julianne Escobedo. "Exit Simulation". Pitchfork. Retrieved 22 March 2024.
- ^ McKinney, Michael. "An Interview With Niecy Blues". Passion of the Weiss. Retrieved 22 March 2024.
- ^ a b Lewis, Dash. "Niecy Blues - Exit Simulation". Resident Advisor. Retrieved 22 March 2024.
- ^ Huber, Chris. "Extra Chill Fest Artist Profile: Niecy Blues". Extra Chill Fest. Retrieved 22 March 2024.
- ^ Noise, Chanell. "Niecy Blues explores vulnerability with new EP, 'CRY'". Mainline. Retrieved 22 March 2024.
- ^ Roberts, Randall. "5 Selects: Niecy Blues (Kranky)". In Sheep's Clothing Hi-Fi. Retrieved 22 March 2024.
- ^ n.a. "Quietus Albums Of The Year 2023 (In Association With Norman Records)". The Quietus. Retrieved 22 March 2024.
- ^ Kelly, Tyler Damara. "Niecy Blues announces her debut album, Exit Simulation". The Line of Best Fit. Retrieved 22 March 2024.