Blossoming pop and r&b artist Maria Manuel makes her highly-anticipated return with 'Jest'

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South London's Maria Manuel is ready to take the pop world by storm. Her sound is harmonious and unforgettable with a vast knowledge of all genres, nurturing this into her own personality and style. Her essence is reminiscent of the likes of Doja Cat, Rihanna, and Ariana Grande. Amongst many accomplishments, this rising star has performed at BBC's Introducing stage ‘the podium’ and Ronnie’s Scott’s whilst gaining support from the highly respected A&R Factory for her alluring vocals. With this winning formula, no doubt she will be ascending into the Musical stratosphere this year.

After captivating listeners with an adventurous and fascinating array of releases over the last few years, Maria Manuel returns this March to deliver her self-produced new offering ‘Jest’.

Proving that she is an artist to watch out for, Maria Manuel’s new single ‘Jest’ is a truly mesmerising pop and R&B fusion. The track is full of energy, attitude and powerful vocals. Euphoric chords, enticing atmospherics and hard-hitting basslines float out in the distance, whilst Maria’s flawless lyrics and delicate vocals add the perfect amount of radiance to elevate the track and make it shine to the next level.

It’s a playful and upbeat track whilst ‘detailing the beginning stages of a relationship’, as Maria states.

'Jest' is out on streaming platforms now. Check it out below: