Establishing the mood with a meditative synthscape, astral bells and atmospheric ad libs, Leonie Sherif opens VENUS with seductive prose and a transcendental R&B vocal. We immediately connect with the refined production, and the charismatic depth that the star exudes.
The opus is laced with intricacy and dynamism, and brings to life the message that Leonie is manifesting in a creative and immersive manner. We learn that Leonie Sherif is a self taught beat maker and produces all of her demos and vocals from home collaborating with engineers and other producers to bring her concepts to finality.
VENUS serves to empower the “ultimate feminine energy”, and as the musical embodiment of Leonie’s first fragrance which has been released from her perfume house Sense’N’By Sherif – a hub where music and fragrance converge. This reminds us a lot of NEO 10Y’s single, GODDEX, and the accompanying cult fragrance.
Leonie confesses that VENUS was composed and produced from the comfort of her apartment. She was inspired by one of her fragrance accord creations to create VENUS as an airy, lush rhythmic atmospheric track which embodies feminine energy with an air of sass and luxury – and it does just that!
Leonie Sherif‘s venture into the fragrance industry is a groundbreaking move that echoes the pioneering spirit of music legends who have expanded their creative empires beyond traditional boundaries.
As an independent artist, her decision to release a fragrance within her artistic universe is particularly innovative, blending the sensory experiences of sound and scent in a way that few musicians have attempted. This bold step not only enhances her brand’s multidimensionality but also offers fans a unique, immersive experience that deepens their connection to her work. By intertwining her music with a signature fragrance, Sherif demonstrates an exceptional level of creativity and entrepreneurial savvy, setting a new standard for how independent artists can diversify and enrich their artistic expressions.
The East London/Essex born multi-disciplinary creator was inspired from a young age by three of the reigning ‘M’s’ of the 90’s: Michael Jackson, Mariah Carey, Madonna’, but it is clear that Leonie is manifesting a universe of her own. We have added VENUS to our New Music Spotlight playlist, as well as our new TIMELESS playlist, whilst we await the incoming music video, and continue to explore Leonie Sherif‘s wider discography and artistic endeavours!