Walking the line between classic soul and modern pop is not an easy task for any new artist. But for Quahmae, it feels like second nature. Based out of Erie, Pennsylvania, this rising singer has been carving out a unique space for himself since he first started his musical journey in 2020.
His sound is a refreshing blend of smooth RnB with catchy pop elements that feel both nostalgic and brand new. Growing up, Quahmae was a student of the greats. He spent countless hours watching videos of legends like Prince and Michael Jackson. He would study their movements and mimic their vocal styles. These icons did more than just provide a soundtrack for his life. They gave him a blueprint for what it means to be a true entertainer. You can hear that influence in every note he hits today.
His grandmother played a huge role in his musical education as well. The songs playing around the house during his childhood became the foundation for his own taste. Along with the kings of pop, he draws deep inspiration from modern masters like Usher and Chris Brown. These influences shine through in his songwriting, which often favors romance and classic storytelling over the more aggressive trends found in music today. Last year, Quahmae released a three song EP titled All My Love to introduce his sound to the world.
The project is a perfect showcase of his range. The opening track, OMM, serves as a throwback love song. It focuses on a guy expressing genuine feelings for a woman, which Quahmae feels is something missing from the current landscape. He wants to bring back that era where men weren’t afraid to speak about love with respect. Other tracks on the EP like Rock Ya Boat take listeners back to an eighties inspired groove. It is a soft and sensual record that stays clean and tasteful.
Then there is Taste, which leans into a 2010s vibe reminiscent of his idols. Quahmae admits that this track is his personal favorite from the collection because of how it captures that specific energy he loves. For Quahmae, the most memorable part of his career so far has been the process of self discovery. He says that finding what works for him and learning how to express his true feelings through music has been a major milestone.
This growth is evident in his current single called Far, which is available now on all streaming platforms. He recalls that the song flowed naturally the moment he heard the beat. Fans should keep a close eye on his Instagram for what comes next. He is currently hard at work on a new single that he promises will be a fire track. While he is keeping the details under wraps for now, it is clear that Quahmae is just getting started. He is an artist who respects the past while building a bright future for himself in the world of RnB.