Pop-Funk artist Diamond Cafe, follows his sultry smooth single “When You Can’t Resist” with the release of upbeat and funky track, “Slowly Fading,” alongside the official video starring actress Maddie Phillips (Gen V, Teenage Bounty Hunters). The video was filmed one late night in Vancouver by Diamond himself, and in true Lynchian form, it pays homage to Laura Dern’s performance in Wild At Heart.
“Slowly Fading” reflects a lost love in a time that once was, or a dream you can never really grasp – it’s the sensation of love being played out in a dream. The song, produced by acclaimed GRAMMY award-winning producer POMO (Free Nationals, Anderson .Paak, and SG Lewis), showcases Diamond’s distinctive falsetto vocals and smooth, velvety sound and an infectious drum beat that is sure to stick with listeners.
Known for his captivating live performances, Diamond is set to bring the live show out on the road this spring and summer with a handful of dates opening for TALK at the end of April and beginning of May. He also recently announced an appearance at one of Canada’s largest festivals, Festival D’ete in Quebec City, where he’ll be playing on July 6th. Stay tuned for more dates to be announced.
Named Amazon Music’s Artist To Watch for 2024 and hailed by Pitchfork as a “Pop-Funk Prodigy,” Diamond Cafe creates polished R&B and funky synth-pop that transports listeners to another era. His powerful vocals and impeccable falsetto, reminiscent of a church choir, offer soul-stirring harmonies that immediately capture attention. Throughout 2023, Diamond made a name for himself by cultivating a devoted fanbase, selling out numerous live shows, and releasing Diamond Cuts, a collection of remastered versions of his independently released fan-favorite tracks. He has garnered support from notable figures such as Zack Fox, Anderson .Paak, F1 driver Lewis Hamilton, Nick Littlemore of PNAU, and the legendary El DeBarge (“Rhythm Of the Night”), who joined him on stage for a duet during his sold-out debut show in LA. In an industry saturated with manufactured and auto-tuned R&B, Diamond stands out from the crowd.
Tour Dates
Apr 30 – Winnipeg, MB – The Park Theatre*
May 01 – Saskatoon, SK – Coors Event Centre*
May 03 – Calgary, AB – The Palace Theatre*
May 04 – Edmonton, AB – Midway*
May 06 – Vancouver, BC – Commodore Ballroom*
Jul 06 – Quebec City, QC – Festival D’ete
*supporting TALK
Diamond Cafe, who has been recognized as a “Pop-Funk Prodigy” by Pitchfork, has announced his signing to Warner Music Canada. Known for his captivating performances, Diamond creates polished R&B and funky synth-pop that transports listeners to another era. His powerful vocals and impeccable falsetto, reminiscent of a church choir, offer soul-stirring harmonies that immediately capture attention. In an industry saturated with manufactured and auto-tuned R&B, Diamond stands out from the crowd.
Today, he releases the anticipated and seductive R&B single, “When You Can’t Resist”
Produced in collaboration with Grammy-winning producer Pomo (Jon Batiste, Anderson .Paak, Free Nationals), this deeply personal track explores the theme of self-medication during a breakup. It flowed effortlessly from Diamond and came together swiftly. The allure and danger of his vices became the catalyst for this song, allowing him to process the emotional turmoil and move forward. Listen here.
Throughout 2023, Diamond made a name for himself by cultivating a devoted fanbase, selling out numerous live shows, and releasing Diamond Cuts, a collection of remastered versions of his independently released fan-favorite tracks. He has garnered support from notable figures such as Zack Fox, Anderson .Paak, F1 driver Lewis Hamilton, Nick Littlemore of PNAU, and the legendary El DeBarge (“Rhythm Of the Night”), who joined him on stage for a duet during his sold-out debut show in LA. Diamond possesses a special quality that inspires and excites fellow musicians.
Already recognized as Amazon Music’s “Artist to Watch” for 2024, Diamond Cafe is poised to make a significant impact with upcoming releases later this year, complemented by a series of highly anticipated live shows throughout the year. Stay tuned for more exciting updates.
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