UMI RELEASES “BUTTERFLY II”

CONTINUES TO SUPPORT JHENÉ AIKO’S 

NORTH AMERICAN ARENA TOUR 

Visionary R&B singer-songwriter UMI releases “Butterfly II”. Listen to the track and watch the accompanying visualizer.

Uploaded spontaneously to SoundCloud earlier this month, “Butterfly II” was written as a form of reflection and therapy for UMI amidst a time of frustration and uncertainty. An upbeat track with a cheery guitar riff, smooth vocals, and heavy percussion keeping the pace, the track serves as an outlet for UMI to connect directly with and empower her fans. The track is a reminder of the impermanence of hard times, the importance of acknowledging not being okay in the process of healing but knowing it always gets easier.

“Butterfly II” comes as UMI kicks off her supporting act on the final leg of Jhené Aiko’s “The Magic Hour” Tour alongside Jessie Reyez, Shenseea, Kiana Lede, and DJ Starzza. The tour has seen UMI play for arena-sized audiences nationwide throughout the year, with upcoming stops in Toronto, Pittsburgh, Baltimore, Jacksonville, Miami, and more. She previously performed for her legion of fans overseas with a worldwide Spring 2024 tour that saw her trot across Asia, Australia, and Hawaii.

Earlier this year, UMI released her latest, critically-acclaimed EP talking to the wind. Her first independent release, the four-song project was written during a transitional period where UMI ultimately found wisdom and the creative motivation to write the EP through meditation and getting in touch with the elements by literally speaking with the wind. Of talking to the wind, Pitchfork says “UMI balances both bravado and vulnerability,” while Vulture praised its “lush beats, intimate vocals, and lyrical references to nature.” The EP also received praise in Grammy.com, Billboard, V Magazine and more.

UMI 2024 Tour Dates

*UMI (solo) support for Jhené Aiko’s “The Magic Hour” Tour

Friday, November 29 – Toronto, ON – Scotiabank Arena*

Sunday, December 1 – Pittsburgh, PA – PPG Paints Arena*

Tuesday, December 3 – Belmont Park, NY – UBS Arena*

Thursday, December 5 – Baltimore, MD – CFG Bank Arena*

Friday, December 6 – Raleigh, NC – Lenovo Center*

Sunday, December 8 – Jacksonville, FL – VyStar Veterans Memorial Arena*

Tuesday, December 10 – Miami, FL – Kaseya Center*

Saturday, December 14 – Memphis, TN – FedEx Forum*

 

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