For Josh Levi, r&b isn’t just about singing. He draws inspiration from the r&b and pop of the 1990s and 2000s, with harmonised vocals and playful beats. Tight drums and basslines bring the r&b of 2003 into the present day, with choruses that instantly stick in your head and get your feet moving. Dance and choreography also play a major role in how he brings his music to life. That sense of rhythm is reflected in his choreography, which is just as important to his work as the music itself.Levi grew up in Houston and later moved to Los Angeles, where he developed his skills as a singer, songwriter and dancer. Through Raedio, Issa Rae’s music label, he signed with Atlantic Records. With ‘BIRTHDAY DANCE’, he also reached a wide audience outside the United States. The track perfectly captures what he does best: r&b and pop with a clear nod to the music of the early noughties.