A laid-back groove from two of Toronto’s freshest voices
Toronto’s indie music scene just got a little smoother. RAE VALENTINE makes a confident return to the spotlight with her latest single “SLIDE”, a hypnotic collaboration with fellow Toronto artist and producer BANZ2FADED. Out now via Spotify, “SLIDE” offers a seamless fusion of afropop rhythms and R&B-laced flows—born not out of strategy, but pure studio magic.
“I caught that beat late one night,” BANZ2FADED shares. “It was groovy, wavy—just begging to be voiced. I laid down the first half on instinct and immediately thought of Rae. The next day, she slid right in and made it whole.”
That spontaneous synergy defines SLIDE. It’s laid-back but catchy, polished yet intimate—the kind of track that feels like it was written in one breath. Built on a late-night bounce, Rae’s melodic verse glides across the production with fluid confidence, while BANZ2FADED keeps the groove grounded and alluring.
🎤 Meet the Artists
- 🎧 RAE VALENTINE: Known for her soulful mix of pop and R&B, Rae first captured attention with her vocal depth and honest storytelling. After a creative pause, “SLIDE” marks a re-emergence that’s both confident and free-flowing. Spotify | Instagram
- 🎚️ BANZ2FADED: A rising Toronto producer, songwriter, and engineer, BANZ2FADED brings afropop, hip-hop, and R&B into his genre-bending productions. He’s earned a reputation for delivering clean, emotive, and groove-heavy tracks that resonate widely. Spotify | Instagram
🔊 Why “SLIDE” Matters
“SLIDE” isn’t just another collab—it’s a vibe made of instinct, friendship, and flow. It reflects the power of letting go of overthinking in the studio and trusting the process. For Rae, it’s a fresh chapter. For BANZ2FADED, it’s another evolution in his hybrid, genre-defying sound. Together, they deliver a song that feels effortless and timeless.