On his sophomore album Her Dark instruments, Givens spins stories of love and the complexities of modern-day relationships against a slick blend of Afro-R&B, Alt-R&B, R&B/Soul, Trap and Rock. The smooth, silky melody of the album points to influences from artists like SZA, Miguel, Bryson Tiller and boasts of a deft musical skill Givens possesses.
The self produced project opens with Believer, a mid-tempo afro-RnB track that sets the stage for the world of lust and debauchery that Givens explores throughout the project. The seductive Clockwork, the vulnerable Jealous and the surprising guitar riff in Interlude are a few delights from the 7 track project curated to hook listeners into a journey of love, lust, and infidelity. The album features reputable R&B artists like RnB Princess, Brum3h and Yinka who skillfully add to the overall tone of the album.
Givens is a rising star in the alternative RnB scene whose growth and perspective on love and life culminate into this emotive body of work.