june 19, 2026
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Freelance feels locked in from the moment they hit the stage. Individually, the members have shared the stage with artists like Herbie Hancock, Robert Glasper, and Esperanza Spalding and are quickly rising to that vaunted level themselves.
Formed back in their college days, the group has developed a sound that’s tight, focused, and deeply connected. Their music moves through jazz, soul, funk, and R&B with a real sense of chemistry and telepathic interplay that can only come from years of collaboration.
This is the soulful sound of music NYC today.
MALAYA IS A SUBLIME ARTIST
Singer, songwriter, performer, producer, multi-instrumentalist.
Blending genres of Experimental, R&b, Lo-fi Hip Hop, Jazz and Folk, her idyllic sound tethers you to experiences undiscovered.
16 is where it all began, finishing eighth on American Idol Season 13. She has since gone been a part of 3 Grammy Nominated albums, performing around the world and created music with artists like Snoop Dogg, Terrace Martin, Keyon Harrold, MAVI, Ricky Reed and many others.
Beyond the music, her goal is to supersede the expectation of authenticity. Encouraging creativity and self- acceptance within her fans, every song is one step closer to freedom.
Malaya – Vocals
Smithsoneon – Vocals
Asar – Keys
Mitch Henry – Keys
Isaiah Johnson – Drums
Criston Oates – Bass
Jordan Peters – Guitar