Upstate is the debut single release of 23-year-old Sevens on Unday Records. Following a successful DIY EP that landed him over 500k streams and a string of live shows, Upstate marks the beginning of a new era. Sevens effortlessly introduces his indie-soul magic through stunning vocals and exceptional songwriting. The song is co-produced by blackwave.'s Willem Ardui, who will also feature on the upcoming debut album.

In the verdant fields of Limburg, Belgium, the musical talent known as Sevens blossoms. 23 years old Sevens is not just a singer, but a skilled songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, and producer. His music is marked by a captivating baritone voice that effortlessly traverses the highs and lows of the frequency spectrum, delivering alluring narratives drawn from his personal experiences and adversities.

His first single on Unday Records marks the beginning of a compelling new chapter. Upstate is a first glimpse of what lies ahead, a sincere and poignant song about letting go, about stepping out of a bad situation. Upstate is a metaphorical space that offers solace, far away from turbulence. The intimate and bold song is a fitting introduction to Sevens, setting the stage for what’s to come.

Sevens' music delves into themes of introspection, love, and nostalgia. His indie-inspired songwriting blends soulful vocals with jazz-infused harmonies, all woven together with laid-back minimal rhythms. Drawing inspiration from iconic crooners like Chet Baker and Frank Sinatra, as well as soul pioneers such as Bill Withers and D'Angelo, Sevens also finds creative influence in contemporary artists like Frank Ocean, Kendrick Lamar, and James Blake. This diverse palette of influences shapes his distinctive sound, blending elements of classic and modern music into something entirely his own.

After winning the renowned Belgian national Soundtrack competition for emerging talent in 2021, Sevens debuted with a self-released EP in the same year. It got him words of praise from the likes of Chet Faker and Chuki Beats and landed him a first streaming hit, a collab with blackwave. and a string of over 50 shows in national venues such as OLT Rivierenhof, De Roma, and Melkweg in Amsterdam.

Now signed to Unday Records, he is currently wrapping up the recording of his debut full-length.