Hold Space For Me

The five-year anniversary release of Orion Sun's Hold Space For Me, pressed on tangerine vinyl. Her story, that of an early 20s woman of color dealing with and learning about life's obstacles and celebrations, is understood best through her song lyrics; citing J Dilla, Nancy Wilson, Jodeci, Kirk Franklin, Hazel Scott and Digable Planets as just some of her many influences. She's a career artist with a long road ahead and her sound defies trends; capitalizing on a velvety and familiar voice with timeless jazz / folk / R&B instrumentals."... a pinch-yourself song that steps lightly with the thrill of a love seemingly too good to be true (and the fear that it might be)" - Philadelphia Inquirer on "Ne Me Quitte Pas""stark [and] lightly poetic." - Pitchfork"A smooth, serene downbeat groove and a blissed vocal finds Orion Sun singing about sudden and deep connection - "It feels so good to know ya" - and despite the sadness implied in the title, the outlook is positive and pure." - WXPN/The Key on "Ne Me Quitte Pas""While the track shares the same title as covers done by Nina Simone, Regina Spektor, and Wyclef Jean, she presents a completely different vibe, slowing down a flipped sample with smooth guitar loops and resonating drums. Still, with all of the stellar instrumentation, the 23-year-old's voice cuts through as poignant as ever." - Refinery 29 on "Ne Me Quitte Pas"