One of New Zealand’s most talented contemporary Jazz artists, Michal Martyniuk, brings his magic to the soulful dance music arena by way of a stunning collaboration with one of the UK’s best loved vocalists, Vanessa Freeman (4Hero, Nathan Haines and Bugz In The Attic). Taken from Michal’s forthcoming 'Reconciliation EP’, 'How Do We Make It?’ sees Vanessa deliver a warm, compassionate vocal that sets a tone for kindness and self-empowerment - a message especially poignant amidst the current challenges in the world. Add to that a dynamite Neo-Soul groove that's ripe with classy keys, a bubbling bassline and infectious beats, courtesy of Michal and UK producer Mike Patto, altogether bringing a fresh, optimistic vibe for 2021.
Michał Martyniuk, (born in Poland – now living in New Zealand) is a pianist, composer and music producer, who is widely lauded as a new rising star in the Jazz scene. In 2016 Michal released his debut album, ‘Odyssey' under the After ‘Ours moniker with Nick Williams), featuring contributions from Sharlene Hector and Nathan Haines, amongst others. Then In 2018 Michal released his second album ‘Nothing To Prove’ (highlighting his mastery at the piano), followed by ‘Resonate’ in 2019, cementing his reputation as one of the most exciting up and coming artists in contemporary jazz. Furthermore, Michal achieved 2nd place at the prestigious 'Made In New York' Jazz Competition, was nominated for the prestigious ‘Fryderyk 2019 - Jazz Discovery Of The Year’ award, and in 2020 was a finalist at the ‘New Zealand Music Awards - NZ Best Jazz Artist Of The Year’ for his album ‘Resonate’. Michal is at the vanguard of the next wave of music makers venturing to build on the traditions of the past, yet evolving an exciting new future for Jazz and Neo Soul.
lyrics
Michal Martyniuk feat. Vanessa Freeman
"How do we make it?" (Martyniuk/Patto/Freeman)
What are you waiting for? What are you waiting for in this life?
What are you dreaming for? What are you dreaming for to make it right? x2
Verse One
Are you searching through space in time,
To remember just who you are,
Molded Treasure so embedded,
Deep down in oceans far,
One Thing this time has taught us,
Have faith in what you know is true,
For you are Golden ,completely chosen
Formed among the stars.
Chorus
How do we love?
How do we live?
How do we make it baby?
Showing compassion and lovin and living.
That's how we make it baby x2
Verse Two
Are you searching for something more?
To lift your soul and make you wanna fly,
Your Endeavours , truly measured
By how your show your heart?
We hope you come out stronger,
and show your colours are true,
Tribes who empower, conquer towers
Triumphant in who they are .
Chorus
How do we love?
How do we live?
How do we make it baby?
Showing compassion and lovin and living.
That's how we make it baby x2
What are you waiting for? What are you waiting for in this life?
What are you dreaming for? What are you dreaming for to make it right? x2
One thing this time has told us.
Have Faith in what you know is true.
For you are Golden ,completely chosen
Formed among the stars.
Chorus
How do we love?
How do we live?
How do we make it baby?
Showing compassion and lovin and living.
Thats how we make it baby.
credits
released April 2, 2021
Michał Martyniuk - piano, synths
Mike Pato - synth bass, synths, drums programming,
Vanessa Freeman - vocals
Michał Martyniuk is a pianist, composer and a music producer. In 2016 Michal released his debut album “Odyssey” under the name After Ours. The album combines jazz with club and electronic music.
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