Odeal's nomadic past permeates his music, revealing his transformative personal story. He is a singer who was born in Germany, but grew up in Nigeria, Spain and the United Kingdom. Immersing himself in diverse musical cultures from an early age has clearly forged his personal style, and propelled him into a pioneering role within the African rhythm-oriented Alté scene: a mix of R&B, dancehall, reggae, hip-hop and Afrobeat. His soft melodies, silk-like voice and energetic rhythms melt seamlessly into his songs of vulnerable stories revealing his innermost emotions. His multifarious background is also reflected in the way he sings, with influences from the different accents he has been exposed to along the way. Odeal steps over set boundaries with a massive forward momentum, and is therefore undoubtedly one of the most exciting and innovative stars in the already vibrant British music scene.
