Cris Cap, a German songwriter and producer, is inspired by legends like Al Jarreau and Steely Dan. Accompanied by his Fender Rhodes to countless gigs, Cris has performed and written songs for many years. Alongside his music, he pursued Audio Engineer in Düsseldorf and worked as a freelance TV director. Since 2020, Cap has garnered recognition for evocative melodies and heartfelt lyrics, performing across Europe with a funky disco-soul band. Guided by a philosophy of simplicity, his dedication to music has resulted in a body of work that showcases his passion and authenticity.
Cris Cap brings nothing if not rich, soulful grooves to every track his arrangement talents touch. This is put on full showcase with his latest EP ‘Unrequited’. The opening number and title track are filled with warm and sleek instrumentation, the crisp tones ringing out beneath high-energy vocals. ‘Don’t You Cry’ is up next, fuelled by a range of synth designs from whistling lead lines to fuzzy bass and hazy pads, a contrast to the nostalgic and classic feel of ‘Howlin’ At The Moon’, where the natural sounds of each instrument float from section to section.
‘Show My Love’ and ‘Angel In My Room’ are both laced with Cris Cap‘s signature sound, a blend of nostalgia and modernity that takes a new direction to soul but their foundations as homage to the classics are still clear. ‘Wings Of Love’, the final number is a cocktail of all these ingredients, the heartfelt joy wrapping up the project in glorious and vivid colour.
Cris Cap explains, “I am thrilled to finally share my musical work of the past year. Each track tells a story of love and emotional resilience. It has been a long way. It was just wonderful working with great musicians and friends in Germany and amazing singers from the UK and USA. The EP features six tracks with five distinctive singers, all showcasing my blend of funk, soul, and contemporary R&B, with the title track “Unrequited” making its debut, featuring a collaboration with Brooklyn’s Anna Teers.”
Speaking further on the title track, Cap adds, “It delves deeply into my personal experience of falling hopelessly in love with a girl who didn’t return my feelings. Her kindness and words lit a fire in me during a difficult time in my life. Despite my efforts to win her over, I realised that my feelings would never be reciprocated. This song captures the essence of that emotional journey.”