Nikhita

“…a refreshing R&B haze with experimental edges.” - The Line of Best Fit

“… an international R’n’B popstar waiting to happen…” - The Skinny

“…a promising vocal talent with a soulful style…” - The Scotsman

“I’m going to look into the future and see you headlining Glastonbury.” 

- Jasmine Takhar, BBC Asian Network

Rising Scottish artist Nikhita continues to mesmerise with the release of her highly anticipated debut EP Solace, out 4th April 2025.

Telling these stories through entrancing vocal melodies, live instrumentation and the soothing frequencies of singing bowls, the five tracks delve into topics such as struggles with self worth and identity, draining relationships, and familial difficulties. Nikhita combines languid neo-soul with cosmic R&B soundscapes in order to create something both intimate and radiant. Nikhita’s ethereal falsetto takes centre stage, soaring effortlessly over the delicate musicality, channelling the likes of Cleo Sol and Raveena as a result.

Talking about the EP, Nikhita says “writing these songs was a place of solace for me, helping me navigate some challenging situations - and solace is what I hope others will find upon listening. I have always thought of music as being an avenue for healing, and recently I’ve been learning more about how intensify that effect sonically, in traditional ways, linked to my heritage. I play singing bowls on a few tracks - these instruments originate from the Himalayas and produce a set of overtones, creating vibrations which can aid in our meditative process and regulation of the nervous system. I am only just beginning my sound healing journey, and there is so much more I am eager to learn about using frequencies for healing”.

Currently based in Edinburgh, Nikhita is already well established within the Scottish live circuit. She has supported the likes of Connie Constance and Eva Lazarus, as well as previously performing at PITCH Scotland, Solas Festival, Kelburn Garden Party, FOCUS Wales and Sofar Sounds Edinburgh to name a few. Nikhita has already received praise from the likes of The Line of Best Fit, The Skinny, The Scotsman and Tenement TV, as well as BBC Asian Network - earning her an Artist of The Week feature and a live radio performance at Maida Vale Studios for International Women’s Day - alongside plays on BBC Radio Scotland and BBC Introducing.

Catch Nikhita live at the following dates:

10th April 2025 - Solace EP Launch (Headline Show) - Whitespace Gallery, Edinburgh - Tickets

26th April 2025 - Poetry and live music night at Gallery Natami - Edinburgh

Nikhita’s debut EP Solace is out 4th April 2025.