I’ve always wanted to do a Live Medley and the 4 songs of SCENARIOS EP had so much potential live. I’m also really excited to have filmed it in my hometown.
Izabel
THE RELEASE
SCENARIOS – Live follows Izabel’s 2nd EP original release in May 2024 which got support on NOTION, EARMILK & dozens of editorials across DSPs (including Apple’s New in R&B and Brown Sugar).
Originally produced by Monro (John Legend, Jhené Aiko, AMARIA BB) & TromBobby (GRAMMY-winning singer Jermaine Holmes, Brianna Castro, Kazuki Isogai), it got a full live makeover by Peyotoff (guitars), Rado Kazasov (drums), and TromBobby (synth bass). The focus track “keep” got a brighter makeover with the live instruments. While there’s still a deep/melancholic note, the guitars of Peyotoff liven up the song with their neo-soul/playful aesthetics. “keep” is about honesty & what it is to be in a difficult/toxic relationship.
SCENARIOS – Live was recorded & filmed at the beautiful historic building of the Directorate of the Mines in Pernik, Bulgaria (Izabel’s hometown).
Revolving around imaginary stories & “situationships”, SCENARIOS EP is what is going on in a young girl’s mind having to deal with sharing emotions & complicated relationships.
The Live Medley on YouTube also includes a bonus track – a cover of “Unloyal” by Summer Walker & Ari Lennox.
THE ARTIST
izabalien
Born in Bulgaria and now based in the UK, singer, songwriter, artist, and Instagram baddie izabalien (fka Izabel) has been making waves with her distinctive blend of music, fashion, and digital culture. Since relocating to London in 2019, she has honed her craft while studying at the BIMM Institute, graduating with a strong foundation in contemporary music performance and artistry. Combining bold aesthetics, unapologetic self-expression, and a growing online presence, izabalien continues to carve out her own lane as a rising voice in the alternative r&b/pop landscape.
- Live performance at ESNS 2026 and performed live alongside artists like Asher Roth, Tia Gordon, Akemi Fox, and Loie
- Featured on Apple Music's New in R&B, Brown Sugar, Grown N Sexy, Soul Revival, Love Letters editorials
- Featured on Spotify's Fresh Finds R&B and Just Dropped
- Featured on Amazon Music's +44 R&B, Breakthrough R&B, Brand New Music
- Featured on Deezer's Lounge, Cheezzzy, and UK Gems
- Featured on Pandora's CLIMAX: Slow Jams and Indie R&B
- Featured on TIDAL's Pop&B and TIDAL RISING: August 2025
- Radio airplay on BBC 1Xtra (Theo Johnson), KISS FM (DJ Ace), RTR FM (AU), Global Soul Radio & more
- Coverage on COLORS (homepage), NOTION, EARMILK, Magnetic Magazine, Neon Music
- Chosen as un:hurd's Artist of 2024
- Worked with artists like Col3trane, Miraa May, edbl, Mom Tudie, Loie, and Monro (Jhené Aiko, John Legend, Masego)
