Name: Cometa
Brand: Nick Hakim

Bonus disc

Bonus disc: No

Catalogue number

ATO0615

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Black

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Download code: No

Rough Trade Exclusive

Rough Trade Exclusive: No

Extended format

Extended format: No

Format detail

With Inner Sleeve.

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Format Music GB

Limited edition

Release date

2022-10-21

Signed copies

Signed copies: No

Supplier GB

PIAS

Tax rate GB

Standard:20

UPC / Barcode

0880882470418

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1 / Extended format: No / LP / Rough Trade Exclusive: No / Signed copies: No / black

ATO0615CD

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4 Panel Softpack CD with 8-Panel Roll Fold Folder

5400863094157

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1 / CD / Extended format: No / Rough Trade Exclusive: No / Signed copies: No

Artist

Nick Hakim

Genre GB

R&B / Neo-Soul

Label GB

ATO Records

ATO Records is a New York-based label that has been making waves in the music industry. Founded by Dave Matthews and manager Coran Capshaw, along with Michael McDonald and Chris Tetzeli, ATO Records has become known for its diverse roster of talented artists.

With a focus on supporting and promoting independent musicians, ATO Records has quickly gained a reputation for discovering groundbreaking talent. The label's commitment to artistic integrity and creative freedom has allowed *its artists* to thrive and push boundaries.

Distributed by Universal via Caroline International, ATO Records continues to make an impact on the music scene. With *its* unique blend of genres ranging from rock and folk to indie pop and hip-hop, *the label* offers something for every music lover.

Raised in Washington, DC in a household overflowing with musical diversity, *Nick Hakim* effortlessly blends genres to create his unique sound. Influenced by soul, hip-hop, go-go, folk music and more from his Chilean and Peruvian parents, Nick's music combines the ambient airy sound of psychedelic with the raw gut-wrenching emotion of the blues. With an early admiration for Marvin Gaye and Harry Nilsson, Nick showcases his talent through a broad range of instruments alongside shared production duties.

What sets *Nick Hakim* apart is the vulnerability of his vocals. Intimate and silken, they serve as a powerful instrument that never pushes itself to excess. His introductory recordings reflect this beautifully. Drawing inspiration from artists like Charlotte Dos Santos, Nai Palm, Jon Bap and Madison McFerrin among others; Nick creates a captivating musical experience that resonates with listeners on a deep level.

If you're looking for an artist who effortlessly fuses genres while delivering heartfelt performances filled with emotional depth and authenticity; look no further than *Nick Hakim*. His mesmerizing sound will transport you to another world.

While Nick Hakim’s sophomore album, Will This Make Me Good, was the release of a blockage that came out at the height of the pandemic as everyone was struggling to stay grounded, his forthcoming album Cometa sees the artist on the other side of that emotional roller coaster as he transcends to the next realm of his musical universe. Instead of tuning the world out and turning inward, Hakim invites the listener to embrace a newfound sense of clarity that he’s found. Since he was transitioning into the life of a nomad throughout 2021, the album was recorded between recording studios and domestic spaces throughout Texas, North Carolina, California, and New York.

To build the foundation of this intricate soundscape, Hakim teamed up with his longtime collaborator, producer/mixing engineer Andrew Sarlo. Cometa is truly a collaborative effort and the highlight for Hakim is having so many special guests from his community that play supportive roles–this talented roster of peers includes Alex G, Isaiah Barr, and DJ Dahi. Hakim refers to the bassist Kyle Myles as the glue that has held his musical life together for the past decade along with the pianist Jake Sherman, drummer Vishal Nayak, and guitarists Joe Harrison and Dylan Day. “Happen” includes Abe Rounds on drums and Alex G on piano, and “Slid Under” features Helado Negro on synths. Hakim’s younger brother, Danny Hakim, wrote the chords for “Perfume,” a sweet song about falling in love with someone’s scent, which he also plays acoustic guitar on.

Cometa

Music GB