"Her gospel-influenced vocals dazzle like shafts of light through a stained-glass window"
The Guardian
“One of the most exciting up-and-coming artists gracing the UK music scene this year”
ELLE UK
“Lynda Dawn brings some soulful funk to her gospel-influenced vocals”
NME Magazine
"It isn’t hyperbole to say Lynda Dawn has a fruitful and long career ahead of her"
Complex UK
"London’s own Lynda Dawn perfectly encapsulates everything wonderful about old and new."
Notion Magazine
North-West London’s Lynda Dawn is a dynamic vocalist, songwriter, and producer making moves in the UK R&B scene. Rooted in a musically rich upbringing—from gospel harmonies in the church choir to the crackling sounds of her parents vinyl collections, she weaves soul, funk, boogie and jazz into nostalgia-tinged soundscapes, defined by celestial vocals and hypnotic grooves.
Upon first listen, Dawn’s music feels like discovering long-lost gems, blending rich vocal melodies with innovative compositions. Her rich vocal melodies and innovative compositions have swiftly made her a luminary for both old-school and new-school R&B enthusiasts. Known for effortlessly blending classic soul with contemporary R&B, Dawn creates an auditory experience where the golden age of soul and today's vibrant soundscape harmoniously coexist
Dawn first emerged with her breakout single ‘Move’ which quickly established her as ‘one to watch’. Her debut EP At First Light, solidified her as a force in contemporary soul, landing the number 1 spot on Jamz Supernova’s Best EP’s in the world (BBC Radio 1Xtra) and earning widespread acclaim from The Guardian, Clash, and more. With co-signs from Patrice Rushen, Jimmy Jam, Arthur Verocai, and Azymuth, Dawn quickly became one of the UK's most promising emerging voices in the genre.
Now, back with her highly anticipated sophomore project 11th Hour, Lynda continues her ascent. The record debuted alongside a sold-out headline show at The Barbican and led to a majestic Live at Maida Vale session for BBC 6 Music, where Gilles Peterson praised the album as "an absolute classic.”
Dawn recently kicked off her debut UK/EU tour with a sold-out headline show at London’s legendary Ronnie Scott’s. Having already graced iconic stages such as Royal Albert Hall and KOKO, her transcendent live show continues to captivate audiences.
With over 13 million streams, a cult underground following, and the acclaim of music legends, plus more music on the horizon, the enigmatic Dawn is poised to solidify her place as one of the UK's most exciting emerging voices in R&B.