Bay Area R&B soul singer-songwriter Ellis B. continues to evolve his musical journey with his new music, "So Smooth." Ellis B. has been making music since 2019 and sees songwriting as an ongoing process of learning, making, and enjoying along the way. That constant growth gives the release a strong foundation, with "So Smooth" on an artistic path that's shaping its form.
Musical influences for Ellis B. include Musiq Soulchild, D'Angelo, Eric Benét, Eric Roberson, and Brandy, whose presence gives context to the R&B and soul space that surrounds his work. Those influences combine with his blossoming voice as a songwriter, laying a foundation rooted in a love for the genre while leaving room for his own perspective to shine through. His music is informed by a love of soulful expression and emotionally grounded songwriting.
Ellis B.'s writing focuses on love, relationships, and life, so his songs connect with familiar experiences. He doesn't limit himself to one emotional subject, he draws on a range of everyday human experiences, letting relationships and life itself inspire him. This emphasis gives his work an intimate focus and speaks to the personal nature of the stories he chooses to tell through music.