Allen Anjeh, a Cameroonian-Danish alt-R&B artist, releases her latest single, “Once in a Million”, today — co-written with London-based Nigerian artist/producer AZEKEL. The track follows the great success of her debut single “Rising Sun”, and is the second to be plucked from Allen’s 5-track debut EP set for release in August 2023. “Once in a Million” delivers a captivating meld of progressive electronics and percussive beats that push through the sonic boundaries of R&B, which place her firmly in the soul camp. With an expertly crafted soundscape that brings the artist’s striking voice into laser-sharp focus, the track tells an emotional and honest story.

Speaking about the single, Allen said, “’Once in A Million’ is about relationships that feel one-sided and never reciprocated. One of those relationships or friendships where you feel like you’re continually making sacrifices and the other person just sits back and takes full advantage of you.”

A bold fashion-forward voice within alt-R&B, she draws heavily on her experiences as a child in Cameroon, and a teenager in Denmark, to sculpt something that is truly hers. Growing up, she was exposed to an eclectic mix of sounds: her brother’s unwavering selection of 90s hip hop, such as Nas, Biggie and 50 Cent; the latest MTV videos from inspirational female acts such as Destiny’s Child and Missy Elliott; and her grandmother’s classic records from artists such Manu Di Bango and the righteous Nigerian icon Fela Kuti.

Allen’s songwriting draws inspiration from her own unique experiences of growing up in two wildly different worlds, creating a musical universe that speaks from the heart. Her music has become a means of tethering the artist to her African heritage and the communities she grew up in. We are so excited by “Once in a Million” and Allen’s undeniable bright future within the alt-R&B genre.

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