Qymira has released her comprehensive new classical single and music video, “Shade of My Shadow,” officially entering a bold new phase of her creative practice. Rooted in orchestral tradition, this release combines the textural quality of film scores with intimate personal expression. 

Composed and written by Richard Taylor and performed by the Qymira Symphony Orchestra, it is entirely unique as it rises and falls like waves of emotion, its meditative passages complete the transformation from sound to narrative. As the orchestral arrangement develops, “Shade of My Shadow” emerged as the emotional core of the upcoming feature film Shadow Transit.

This release deeply explores the themes of love, loss, and redemption, connects private personal empathy with universal narratives through its tie to the film, and acts as a bridge linking visual expression and orchestral expression. This visual content is centered on the performance of Qymira, and incorporated with scenes taken from the film, the visual piece constructs a narrative rooted in the core themes of memory and rebirth.

Qymira has reached a major creative milestone in her career, formally expanding into the new professional tracks of film and music composition. And her latest, “Shade of My Shadow,” is a finely produced piece with a rich atmospheric quality, which builds an immersive artistic universe through the cross-integration of music, film, and fashion.

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Seun Kuti & Egypt 80 deliver a powerful afrobeat statement with “Na Dem,” Featuring Tom Morello and produced by Femi Koleoso. The track has been a fan favourite even before its official release, and comes with the unmistakable spirit of protest, truth-telling, and social accountability that have long characterized Afrobeat’s most impactful moments.

The song’s heart is a direct challenge to corruption and the abuse of power. Instead of singling out one profession or institution for its critique, “Na Dem” identifies a larger culture of dishonesty, targeting bad lawyers, bad doctors, bad politicians, and anyone who would sell their integrity for personal gain. The message is sharp and uncompromising and delivered with the urgency that has become a hallmark of Seun Kuti’s artistry.

The inclusion of Tom Morello adds another level of intensity to the record. His presence adds to the song’s rebellious energy, creating a powerful intersection between the rhythmic activism of Afrobeat and the confrontational edge of rock. The result of the collaboration is a track that is both timeless and of the moment.

The song’s dedication to principle is what rings true. The moral center of the record is Seun’s statement that he would never prostitute his conscience for money. It turns “Na Dem” from a critique into a declaration of personal values, responsibility, and resistance.

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