[Hot Video Alert] Cleo Sol - Never The Right Time (Who Do You Love)

It's been a minute since I've done a post about UK soul-pop stunner Cleo Sol and for that, I sincerely apologize.  The talented up & comer just released her major label debut single, "Never The Right Time (Who Do You Love)" on July 9th through Island Records, following some very prominent early spins on BBC Radio 1Xtra, Radio 1 and Choice FM.  Admittedly, I wasn't really feeling the track after the first listen but then I gave it a couple more plays.  NOW, I'm groovin' along to the retro-soul-infused beat. If you're not feeling it right away, definitely give it some time. This one's a grower for sure!

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Fresh New R&B Talent, Cleo Sol Teases with Promo Single #2

Back in mid April I called twenty year old urban pop star Cleo Sol one of my "Ones To Watch in 2011," and I continue to stand by that statement. Check out this live performance of one of her new songs, "Call For Me," the recorded version of which was produced by DaVinChe (Tinchy Stryder, Tinie Tempah). Cleo Sol's vocals are tailor-made for this style of music, which is very clearly R&B. I'm not sure when this was recorded but you can see her breath when she's singing, so it was obviously a bit nippy out.  Still...despite the cold and the extraneous background noise, Cleo Sol maintains focus and composure and makes it sound so completely effortless. I'm amazed. "Call For Me" is the second promotional single to be released by Sol, and the follow up to the electro-tinged R&B number "LoveBass." Look out for her first proper single, due out sometime this summer.

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Ones to Watch in 2011: Cleo Sol

The talent just keeps getting younger and younger these days, doesn't it? While it all makes me feel really old, it keeps things the music fresh. Case in point, new rising talent Cleo Sol, who's debut promo track "LoveBass" is available for free on her Facebook page. At only 20 years old, the beautiful Cleo Sol already has racked up an impressive list of collaborations including Tinie Tempah ("Tears"), DaVinChe ("Hero"), Bashy ("Riding For Love"), and most recently on the official Orange Rockcorps anthem "Give A Little Love," where Sol joined forces with Roll Deep, Aggro Santos, Bluey Robinson and Bashy. If that wasn't enough to impress you, you can also hear her vocal stylings on the soundtrack to the UK film 4,3,2,1 where she joins Wretch 32 on the track "Dancefloor."

The West London born Cleo Sol is set to make a spalsh on the UK urban scene, infusing R&B and dubstep together creating a fresh-to-death sound that's sure to garner her some much deserved solo attention. "LoveBass" was produced by DaVinChe, who's singled her out as one of the most talented artists he's ever had the pleasure of collaborating with.

"When we first began working in the studio, the musical chemistry was instant; Cleo’s ideas and energy help us to create the music we want naturally not forced. I’m excited for the world to hear Cleo Sol."

Make sure you check out Cleo Sol on Facebook and download your free copy of "LoveBass." You won't be sorry! Check out the song below and fall in love with this fresh new UK talent.

Check out Cleo Sol on the web:

Official Site//Facebook//Twitter//YouTube