The Eritrean songbird,  Layla, returns to RESPECT. Mag, to deliver her latest, sultry new single, “Vacation.“

Despite its name, “Vacation” isn’t a call for visiting somewhere new and different with a loved one. Instead, it’s an opportunity for listeners to recognize that sometimes, being with that special someone is an actual vacation, be it from work, stress, or anything else. Or as Layla herself says,

“This song is about my love for that person, and about how no matter what we were doing, or where we were, life always felt like a vacation. Sweet and easy.”

And if you’re loving the Cupla Beats-produced “Vacation” as much as we are, stay tuned for her forthcoming EP, NOMAD. It features this track and more bona-fide dopeness from this rising vocalist, who chose the title based on her lifestyle that has taken her from country to country, and city to city, over the years. It’s also had a major influence on her music, which you’ll hear on the EP as well.

Head over to your preferred digital retailer or streaming platform to support “Vacation,” available now through Layla’s own imprint, Nomad Entertainment.

Listen above and be sure to drop us your thoughts in the comments!

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Chicago natives Emily Nejad and Maggie Kubley have been really good friends for a long time, and together they make up the Electro/Grime/Pop duo known as Celine Neon. Teaming up with Psalm One’s group The Rapper Chicks, the two release their brand new visual for the “Vacation Time” remix. This clip is packed with retro vibes and a feel that can be appreciated by those with an affinity for 90’s style; specifically when it comes to R&B.

Celine Neon looks to release a slew of new music in the coming months, including remixes, collaborations (like this one), and an EP, due out this November; a follow up to their self-titled release that hit the streets this past March.

Check out the premiere of “Vacation Time” above, and if you dig it, there’s much more where that came from.

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