Kalpee is back with Dougla Boi, a beautiful new EP that is both personal and powerful. It gives listeners a close look at the layers of identity, heritage, and emotion that make him who he is. The Trinidad and Tobago artist is confident in his own space, which is rooted in New Calypso and polished with hints of dancehall, R&B, and afrobeats. In this space, genre bends, but emotion leads.

Named after the Trinidadian word for someone of mixed African and Indian heritage, Dougla Boi is honest, proud, and warm about the complexities of culture. Kalpee opens a window into the dualities that define him across six tracks, turning personal truth into universal resonance. The EP is just under 19 minutes long, but every second is carefully planned to take listeners on a journey through courage, joy, healing, and the quiet strength that comes from accepting all parts of yourself.

The first single, “Under,” stands out right away for its calming yet emotionally charged experience. Kalpee’s voice flows over a beat that sounds both new and old, fitting the EP’s theme of bringing cultures together. It’s one of the best examples of how he can mix soft and hard sounds, which is what makes his New Calypso sound so unique.

“Everybody,” which features Full Blown, is another excellent song that has already done very well. It has a happy vibe and an infectious bounce, making it one of the EP’s most replayable songs. “Everybody” captures the spirit of community and shared experience, which is what Kalpee means when he says that identity is not a box but a rhythm.

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Stephani Ezatoff steps into sacred musical territory with her moving new rendition of “Precious Lord Take My Hand,” honoring the timeless legacy of Thomas A. Dorsey, widely celebrated as the Father of Gospel Music. Ezatoff’s voice is sincere, and her delivery is respectful. She brings new emotion to the beloved hymn and adds a modern touch that makes her version stand out.

Ezatoff’s ability to combine tradition with new ideas is what makes this release so special. She keeps the heart of the classic intact, its plea for strength, comfort, and divine guidance, yet subtly enriches it with a gentle Blues undertone. This touch brings warmth, depth, and a soulful dynamism that feels both familiar and newly inspired. Her interpretation doesn’t attempt to reinvent the hymn; instead, it elevates it, reminding listeners why this song continues to resonate across generations.

Ezatoff’s vocal approach is clean, steady, and emotionally grounded. Every note carries intent, and every phrase feels like a personal prayer. The arrangement supports her beautifully, blending modern production clarity with the spiritual weight of traditional Gospel. The result is a soundscape that feels inviting to new listeners while comforting to longtime lovers of Gospel classics.