Behind the Music
Salyse is a woman, an artist, and a vessel who is rooted in ancestry, spirit, and creativity. She embodies connection: to self, to community, to nature, to music, and to something greater than herself. Sacred yet playful, sensual yet deeply spiritual, her energy lives at the intersection of culture and cosmos. Rooted in Black and Italian culture, her artistry moves fluidly between the earthly and the divine, between rhythm and revelation. With hypnotic house beats, soulful undertones, and a voice that carries both power and tenderness, Salyse creates an atmosphere where something always shifts, a reminder that music is not just sound, but spirit in motion.
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Known for her captivating performances and radiant presence, Salyse’s music is an energetic fusion of soul, R&B, house, and disco, a sound that honors the past while shaping the future. Drawing inspiration from legends like Chaka Khan, Marvin Gaye, and Erykah Badu, as well as contemporary innovators like Solange and Kaytranada, she crafts songs that are both intimate and expansive. A Walnut Hill School for the Arts graduate, Salyse began her collegiate journey at Berklee College of Music, where she studied Music Business with a minor in Production and Engineering, before transferring to Emory University, where she earned a BA in African American Studies with a minor in Dance. Her background in activism and education in both cultural studies and music informs her work, infusing it with intention, authenticity, and depth.
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A rising force in the music scene, Salyse has been named one of Massachusetts and Boston’s Top 10 R&B artists by Kulture Vultures and graced the cover of Becoming Her Magazine. Before stepping into her solo career, she performed with the disco group Vinyl Groove, opening for legendary acts including Bonnie Pointer, The Stylistics, Evelyn “Champagne” King, Tavares, Shalamar, and France Joli. From Boston to Atlanta and beyond, her performances are more than shows; they are experiences of connection, freedom, and transcendence.
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At her core, Salyse is a storyteller through music, words, and presence, a bridge between past and future, tradition and innovation. She is an embodiment of resilience, intimacy, and joy. When people encounter her, they don’t just hear the music; they feel it. Put simply, Salyse is not just a person; she’s a force, a spirit, an offering.
