Five Minutes With: Montreal Neo-Soul Artist Sajaa

Sajaa., the artist hailing from Montreal, is a versatile talent who is reimagining timeless narratives through her soulful and smoky jazz vocals. Her profound and empathetic lyrical approach enables listeners to connect with raw and unfiltered emotions. Throughout her upbringing, Sajaa. consistently expressed her deep passion for art and creativity. Influential figures such as Joss Stone, Lauryn Hill, D’Angelo, and Amy Winehouse profoundly shaped her relationship with live instruments and musicality. Since 2011, she has been captivating audiences with her graceful and captivating stage presence. Her magnetic charisma and music are bound to leave you breathless, and she is now inviting people to immerse themselves in her captivating world.

Sajaa.

Name:

Sajaa.

Genre:

Neo-Soul (Jazz, soul, RnB)

Founded:

2016

# of Albums:

1 (Debut EP project: Blurred Minds & Perspectives)

Latest Single:

Promise

Latest Video:

Favourite musician growing up:

Amy Winehouse and D’Angelo

Favourite musician now:

RAYE and Mac Ayres

Guilty pleasure song:

UMI Says by Mos Def

Live show ritual:

Rehearse and warm up my voice with vocal exercises + texting or calling/Facetimeing my best friend before a show is so important to me because it brings me peace and a good laugh to calm the nerves.

Favourite local musician:

Alicia Creti

EP or LP?

EP

Early bird or night owl?

Both. I love to sleep late because that’s the time my inspiration and ideas blossom, but I also love to wake up early to not miss out on
the day.

Road or studio?

Studio

Any shows or albums coming up?

My debut EP ‘Blurred Minds & Perspectives’ just came out!

Where can we follow you?

Instagram | Tiktok | Youtube

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Rapid Fire Local Questions:

What is your favourite local restaurant?

India Rosa Griffintown

What is your favourite street in your city and why?

Gouin. It is a very big boulevard but most of it is by the water. The view is often time so breathtaking and perfect for a good walk.

What is your favourite park in your city and why?

Jacques-de-Lesseps Park. I get to see the plane fly by and enjoy the most beautiful sunsets. It’s a gorgeous view and the best place to read.

What is your favourite music venue in your city?

Theâtre Beanfield (used to be Théâtre Corona)

What is your favourite music store in your city?

Sunrise or Archambault still looking for the perfect underground vinyl shop in the city.