Label: ODGprod
Release date: 06/11/2026

Some collaborations feel destined from the very beginning. Blue Hour marks the meeting of two artistic worlds that seemed bound to cross paths.

On one side is Tamilla, a young singer-songwriter whose name, meaning “dove” in Amazigh (Berber), reflects both her heritage and identity. On the other is Roots Raid, producers renowned for their boundaryless approach to music and their ability to draw inspiration from a wide range of musical influences. Less than a year after their first encounter, they unveil Blue Hour, a debut collaborative album that is both deeply personal and remarkably cohesive.

Far more than a simple feature project or a one-off collaboration, Blue Hour is the result of a genuine artistic partnership. Guided by Tamilla’s vision and shaped through close collaboration with Roots Raid, the project evolved naturally through creative exchanges, experimentation, and mutual trust. Each track was conceived, written, and composed as an ongoing dialogue between the artists, giving rise to a body of work in which their respective identities blend seamlessly into a shared sonic signature.

Following the release of the lead single “2:34,” which already hinted at a captivating universe where Neo Soul, Reggae influences, and contemporary production met within a nocturnal and intimate atmosphere, Blue Hour now unfolds across seven tracks: *2:34*, *Le Temps*, *Change*, *Night Bird*, *Little Things*, *Come Closer*, and *Orchid*.

Carried by a voice that is both gentle, emotive, and instantly recognizable, Tamilla establishes a distinctive presence throughout the project. Her delivery may evoke the sensibilities of artists such as Selah Sue, SZA, or Kali Uchis, while remaining uniquely her own—effortlessly moving between vulnerability, confidence, and emotional intensity.

Throughout the album, influences and genres intertwine with remarkable fluidity. “2:34” explores the complexities of toxic attachment through groovy rhythms, Neo Soul textures, subtle Reggae nuances, and a rub-a-dub-inspired flow elevated by memorable melodic hooks. “Le Temps,” the album’s only French-language track, reflects on the gradual erosion of feelings over an elegant bossa nova backdrop, while “Little Things” extends that warmth through a refined electro-bossa approach.

With “Change,” the duo ventures into atmospheric trip-hop territory, paying tribute to Bristol’s rich musical legacy. “Come Closer” draws from UK Garage and Two-Step rhythms, capturing the sophistication and understated energy that define some of today’s most compelling contemporary productions. Finally, “Orchid” closes the album on a distinctly electronic note, infused with French Touch influences that leave the listener suspended between nostalgia and modernity.

Through Blue Hour, Roots Raid once again demonstrates the breadth of its musical palette, rejecting labels and conventional formats in favor of exploration and artistic freedom. Meanwhile, Tamilla emerges as a particularly promising new voice, supported by an airy flow, nuanced interpretation, and natural melodic instinct that find the perfect setting within Roots Raid’s immersive and meticulously crafted productions.

Warm, intimate, and rich in texture, Blue Hour celebrates connection, the dialogue between influences, and musical openness. A sincere and ambitious debut collaboration, it captures the beauty of suspended moments while confidently asserting its place within today’s soul, alternative, and contemporary music landscape.

1. 2:34
2. Le Temps
3. Change
4. Night Bird
5. Little Things
6. Come Clother (feat. Mysterious Kid)
7. Orchid

Roots Raid, Tamilla

Albums, Reggae