Ania Szarmach

Ania Szarmach, often performing as Sharmi, creates a sound that feels like a warm embrace in a cold city. Her music is a masterclass in Polish neo-soul, blending the rhythmic sensibilities of 2000s R&B with the harmonic depth of contemporary jazz. It is characterized by a soft, almost whispered vocal delivery that remains technically precise, often supported by rich, multi-layered vocal harmonies that create a lush sonic cushion.

What sets her apart is the organic, 'hand-played' feel of her arrangements. While many of her contemporaries leaned into the plastic sheen of mid-2000s pop, Szarmach maintained a commitment to live instrumentation, particularly the warm tones of the Fender Rhodes and subtle, jazzy guitar licks. This gives her work a timeless quality that bridges the gap between commercial pop and the sophisticated underground soul scene.

Start with her debut album 'Sharmi' to hear the foundation of her sound: a mix of acoustic intimacy and modern grooves. For a more mature, jazz-inflected experience, 'Inna' showcases her growth as a composer and her ability to weave complex vocal arrangements into accessible, soulful melodies.