RAYOWA
"GOOD LIFE"

Review by David Weddle

80's disco has seen a resurgence in popularity in recent years, with more of us seeking that sense of freedom that the feel good genre has to offer. With the stresses of modern living dragging us all down, the baton of joy, happiness, and boogie has been picked up by sibling trio Rayowa, and boy oh boy are they running with it.

Raised on an Essex council estate, brothers Dan, Reece and Luke Baker have had no formal musical training and are proudly self-taught producers and multi-instrumentalists. Using their skills to bring you their own brand of funk-filled, soulful disco, Rayowa have certainly made their mark. Having supported big name acts like Craig Charles and playing alongside Diana Ross and Nile Rodgers & Chic at the Cambridge Club Festival, the brothers are going from strength to strength.

 Their latest track 'Good Life', taken from the group's forthcoming EP, has already had over 2.5 million Spotify streams and has been played on Nick Grimshaw's Radio 1 drivetime show. The track is the musical embodiment of the feel good factor. Harnessing a funky bass line which holds the ear throughout, 'Good Life' has all the ingredients of a summer smash hit.
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If you are feeling a bit forlorn and need a pick-me-up, add this to your playlist and let the lads take your mind to a place where your worries slip away and all that is left behind is an urge to move your feet to the funky disco beat of Rayowa.
With such a strong start to their career, it is clear that the future really is bright for this band of brothers.

Fork in l rating
​4/5