CEC

About

Familiar as an old friend, comfortable as a memory, unexpected as a dream. CEC’s music is the deep sigh of release after recognizing that you’ve been holding your breath for no reason at all. CEC uniquely blends contemporary RnB and neo-soul while writing in both English and Spanish.

An artist and producer from Treaty One Territory (Winnipeg), CEC has lived in Canada, the US, and Spain. They believe that people are attracted to authenticity, and that confidence comes from expressing their true self, which is why they feel liberated in writing more explicitly queer music.

They’re heavily influenced by the work of 70s soul artists such as Curtis Mayfield and Marvin Gaye, and more contemporary artists such as Frank Ocean, Matt Corby, Daniel Caesar, and Lianne La Havas. One of the RBCxMusic First Up artists of 2022, CEC’s music is distinguishable by its slow groove, intimate lyrics, and soaring vocal layers, drawing comparisons to Toni Braxton, Charlotte Day Wilson, and Meshell Ndegeocello.