Essy Maliya

HOT VOX showcases some of the freshest emerging artists breaking through onto the scene, but in an industry saturated with new music, how can you cut through the noise?

To separate the best from the rest, we have cherry picked one of our favourite new acts and are pleased to have them as our Artist Of The Day.

Today’s Featured Artist Of The Day is ESSY MALIYA

Born in London with Nigerian roots, Essy Maliya is an emerging independent R&B artist making waves with her smooth vocals and heartfelt storytelling. Debuting in 2023 with “Same Way,” she quickly gained recognition, earning over 9,000 streams in just three weeks and climbing global R&B charts. Supported by BBC Radio 1xtra and GRM Daily, her standout tracks like “Outside” and “U & Me” showcase her emotive range and modern twist on classic R&B. Essy’s music, inspired by icons like Aaliyah and Brandy, blends trappy beats with soulful melodies, offering a fresh yet nostalgic sound.