Kym Mazelle
R&B / Soul · US · Active since 1960

Kym Mazelle

High-energy house anthems and soulful disco reinventions delivered with a powerhouse gospel-trained voice. Perfect for moments of total emotional release.

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Kym Mazelle’s music is a masterclass in the intersection of the church and the dance floor. Her sound is defined by a massive, soaring vocal presence that can cut through even the densest 90s house production. It feels like a burst of sunlight in a dark club: warm, urgent, and undeniably powerful. Whether she is tackling a classic cover or an original club heater, there is a sense of grandiosity and emotional stakes that elevates the music beyond simple pop.

What makes her distinctive is the 'First Lady of House' pedigree. She brought a specific American soul sensibility to the burgeoning European electronic scene, bridging the gap between traditional R&B and the four-on-the-floor pulse of the late 80s and early 90s. Her phrasing is sophisticated, often utilizing gospel-inflected runs and dramatic dynamic shifts that make every chorus feel like a hard-won victory.

Start with her iconic version of 'Young Hearts Run Free' for a hit of cinematic nostalgia, then dive into 'Useless' or her work with Soul II Soul to hear how she pioneered the soulful house sound. It is music for people who want their dance tracks to have a heartbeat and a story.

Kym Mazelle (born Kymberly Grigsby; August 10, 1960) is an American singer. Credited as "The First Lady of House Music", she is regarded as a pioneer of house music in Europe. Her music combines R&B, soul, funk, house music, dance, and pop.
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Our Catalog2 Albums · 1989 · 2020
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