TREBLE: Chicago’s Rising Star in R&B

Since making his debut in the Chicago music scene in September 2022, Treble has quickly become a standout artist in the world of R&B. With a unique sound and a deep connection to his roots, Treble’s journey is one of passion, resilience, and a relentless pursuit of excellence. We recently had the chance to sit down with Treble to discuss his journey, inspirations, and vision for the future.

Awards and Achievements

In just a short span, Treble has already garnered significant recognition. He won the Ambition Awards Best New Artist in 2023, followed by the prestigious 312 Music Awards Best Male R&B Artist of the Year in 2024. These accolades reflect not only his talent but also the impact he has made on the R&B scene.

Roots and Inspiration

Born and raised on the South Side of Chicago, Treble’s music is deeply influenced by his upbringing and the rich musical heritage of his ancestors. “Music has gotten me through some of the worst times in my life, but not only has it done that for me, it has been the way of the world since my ancestors,” he explains. “My ancestors hummed and sang their way through some of the most painful moments in time, and I’ve had my fair share of bad moments myself. There were songs that helped me get through. Now I strive to make music that will do the same for others.”

The Timeless Appeal of TREBLE’s Music

One of the highest compliments Treble frequently receives is that his music carries a ’90s R&B feel, a golden era for the genre. “I’m often told that my music reminds folks of the time when R&B music was at its best. Some would say it has a timeless feel to it,” Treble shares, highlighting the nostalgic yet fresh vibe that defines his sound.

Latest Release

Treble’s latest release, “Nobody,” showcases his innovative approach to music. The track features a sample from Aaliyah’s iconic “Are You That Somebody” and was produced by Mani, a talented producer from New Zealand. The song also features LahPat, a national recording artist known for his hit “Rodeo.” This collaboration blends classic and contemporary elements, creating a track that resonates with a wide audience.

Performance Favorites

When it comes to live performances, Treble’s favorite song to perform is the “River Flow Remix” featuring Te’a Songbird. “River Flows was my first hit single and quickly became a crowd favorite, but the remix took the city by storm. It’s one of those tracks that’s always heavily requested because the vibe is so sexy,” he says.

The State of R&B

Discussing the current state of R&B, Treble offers a thoughtful perspective. “R&B remains in a safe space as a genre. I’m an ’80s baby, so I have full memory of the ’90s and how R&B was the mood setter. It made you want to fall and be in love, it encouraged togetherness and helped express emotional vulnerability,” he reflects. Treble believes that R&B will truly thrive again when it recaptures the essence of love and emotional depth.

Expanding Horizons

Treble’s ambitions extend beyond traditional R&B. He is currently exploring various musical genres, including pop, EDM, rock, and even country. “While I love R&B and that’s who I am to my core, I want to make music for the masses, and there’s no better person than myself to do so,” he asserts.

Legacy and Impact

Looking ahead, Treble aims to leave a lasting legacy through his music. “My biggest goal in life is to be remembered as a person who touched and saved many lives with my music. Through my own pain and personal struggles, I want to make music that makes people feel good. I want to bring love back to the house,” he says passionately. Treble’s dedication to his craft and his desire to spread love and resilience shine through in every note he sings.

In just a few short years, Treble has made an indelible mark on the R&B scene. With his eyes set on the future and a heart full of passion, Treble is poised to lead a new wave of R&B, one that honors the past while boldly forging ahead into uncharted territory.

We caught up with the rising star, TREBLE, for an exclusive interview.

What awards have you won?

Won Ambition Awards Best New Artist 2023, Won 312 Music Awards Best Male R&B Artist of the Year 2024.

Where are you from ? 

Born and raised on the South side of Chicago.

Why do you make music ? 

Music has gotten me through some of the worst times in my life but not only has it done it for me , it has been the way of the world since my ancestors, I mean that’s what negro spirituals are. My ancestors hummed and Sang their way through some of the most painful moments in time and I’ve had my fair share of Bad moments myself and there were songs that helped me get through. Now I strive to make music that will do the same for others , if you’re sad I got a song for that, If you’re lonely and want to feel loved or sexy, I got a song for that, If you’re happy and want to turn up, I got a song for that too.

What’s the best compliment you’ve received about your music? 

I’m often told that my music carries a 90’s feel and I reminds folks of the time when R&B music was at its best. Some would say it has a timeless feel to it.

What’s your latest release?

A tracked called “Nobody ” This track has a Aaliyah ( Are you that somebody  ) Sample and was Produced by Mani who is a producer from New Zealand, It features National Recording Artist LahPat out of Houston Texas who’s know for his hit song “Rodeo” which was made with a sample of and signed off on by Genuine himself.

What is your favorite song to perform?

Right now I would say my favorite song to Perform is River flow remix Feat Te’a Songbird . River Flows was my first hit single and quickly became a crowd favorite but the remix took the city by storm and it’s one of them ones that’s always heavily requested because the vibe is sooooo sexy.

How do you currently feel about the state of R&B right now? 

I mean it’s cool , R&B remains in a safe space as a genre.  I’m a 80’s baby so I have full memory of the 90’s and how R&B was the mood setter it made you want to fall and be in love, it encouraged togetherness and helped express emotional vulnerability which wasn’t judged or frowned upon.  I believe R&B singer ” Tank” said on drink champs ( A podcast ) “R&B can and will be better when we fall in love with pussy again.”  I’m just hear to help that happen.

What are you focusing on right now?

 I have lots of new music coming , I have been hitting a lot of stages and knocking out features but my primary focus is not just being an R&B Artist but an Artist overall. I have some ventures into POP/EDM , ROCK, and I’ve even started working on a couple country records. while I love R&B and that’s who I am to my core. I want to make music for the masses and there’s no better person than myself to do so.

What do you want your legacy to be? How do you want to be Remembered? 

My biggest goal in life is to be remembered as a person who touched and saved many lives with my music , Through my own pain and personal struggles I want to make music that makes people feel good , I want to bring love back to the house and I want to have used my music and life not only as a Entertainer but as a person to help people remember that no matter how hard life got, I found a way to survive and hope they be inspired to do the same. As a relentless hardworking artist I want to remembered as someone who never gave up but had advanced the throne of R&B took it over all in efforts to spread Love not Hate.

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