MarcusCV blends soul and technology on his new EP 'Cold Season'

Coventry’s MarcusCV has built something rare with his new project 'Cold Season', a body of work that nods to the golden era of 90s R&B while leaning unapologetically into the future. Flowing like a single narrative, each track is tied together by lush harmonies, smooth arrangements, and a consistency that feels like the work of a seasoned vocal group rather than a solo artist working from a laptop.

From the outset, MarcusCV makes clear that this isn’t just about nostalgia. Opening cut 'Stay Over' sets the tone with warm keys and late-night intimacy. It’s instantly familiar in its romantic sweep, yet its AI-assisted precision adds a strange, futuristic edge. That tension between human emotion and digital craft is what defines 'Cold Season' as it plays.

Influences like Boyz II Men, Jagged Edge, and Donell Jones echo through the vocal stacks and storytelling, but Marcus uses those touchstones as scaffolding for something new. Songs drift from tender confession to reflective melancholy, tied together by a thematic through-line of love and warmth as the cure for life’s coldest stretches. Tracks like 'One Year Deep' capture the ache of hindsight, while 'This Moment' glows with affection.

What makes the EP compelling is its method. Every note was created in a personal setup without the gloss of a high-end studio. The AI vocals, while technically synthetic, carry a surprising resonance that keeps the EP cohesive. It’s a project that asks what happens when tradition collides with innovation, and answers with a sound that feels both timeless and forward-looking.

For fans of soulful R&B who crave the depth of the 90s but with a twist that belongs firmly in 2025, 'Cold Season' is a true statement. A reminder that even in the digital age, the heart of music still lies in emotion, vision, and the stories we carry through song.