Kikimora’s latest single, “No Loving,” grooves with confidence from a talented band, but the emotional contradiction at its heart makes it memorable. Featured on their self-titled album released June 18, 2025, this track is the most infectious on the record.
The song opens with a pulsing, heartbeat-like rhythm and a soft, melodic backdrop that eases you into its emotional world. Hayley Lynch’s high, eccentric, and carefree voice floats in, as she sings like she’s levitating just above the groove, her tone playful but subtly introspective. There’s a lazy sway to the horns and a rich soulfulness in the keys, giving the song a nonchalant elegance. But listen closely, and the lyrics reveal a more somber message beneath the shimmer: a person struggling with emotional detachment, masking vulnerability, and questioning the value of connection.
Between groove and grief, “No Loving” locks you into a rhythm with the drums, like the night is just stretching out in front of you. Meanwhile, the jazz harmonies twist and turn in the background. Kikimora will make you find yourself staring at the ceiling after swaying your hips so well, wondering why it hit so hard.
The band’s multicultural DNA shines through effortlessly, blending English and Spanish influences, rooted in funk, soul, and R&B traditions while sounding fresh and current. Listen to “No Loving” from Kikimora if you love neo-soul music. If it intrigues you, check out the rest of Kikimora too!
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Review by: Naomi Joan