Afrobeat RnB trailblazer KayPressPlay delivered a seasonal standout with ‘Favourite Gift’, a track that swaps out the usual tinsel-laden tropes for something undeniably more contemporary. Infused with the sultry heat of Afrobeat and threaded with reggae-inspired staccato licks, the single straddles tradition and innovation, presenting a vibe-driven reflection on the priceless connections that define the festive season.
As fiery rap-adjacent vocals cascade over the rhythmically rich instrumentals, KayPressPlay dismantles the glossy veneer of commercialised Christmas fanfare. Instead of indulging in clichés, the track invites listeners to pause and consider the value of connection, love, and gratitude. Through its unorthodox aesthetic, ‘Favourite Gift’ is both a sonic revolution and a call to realign with what matters.
Following a trajectory of stylistic ingenuity that has turned KayPressPlay into one of the most promising voices in Suffolk, this release continues to cement the artist’s status as a fearless innovator.
Stream Favourite Gift on Spotify now.
Review by Amelia Vandergast