Oldje - Classmedia - Leya Desantis- Paul Jones ...
The synergy between Oldje's engaging quizzes, ClassMedia's innovative platform, and the advocacy and insights from Leya Desantis and Paul Jones, could represent a holistic approach to modern education.
Key Takeaways:
In today's digital age, educational media has become an indispensable tool for learning and teaching. Platforms and individuals are constantly emerging, offering new and innovative ways to engage with educational content. Among these are Oldje, ClassMedia, and notable figures like Leya Desantis and Paul Jones, who are making significant contributions to the field.
A Shared Narrative
Label Vision
ClassMedia stands at the forefront of educational technology, providing tools and resources designed to enhance classroom engagement and facilitate effective learning. Their platform likely offers a variety of features aimed at making educational content more accessible and engaging for students.
| Artist | Notable Past Work | Signature Sound | |--------|-------------------|-----------------| | Oldje | “Midnight Ledger” (2022), “Paper Trails” (2024) | Lo‑fi drum loops, gritty spoken‑word verses, gritty NYC street‑vibes | | Class Media | Home to Aria Voxel, The Liminal, and the “Noise‑Ritual” series | Curatorial label focused on boundary‑pushing electronic and analog hybrids | | Leya Desantis | Debut EP “Silk & Static” (2023), featured on “Future R&B 2024” compilation | Ethereal falsetto, layered vocal textures, a hint of Mediterranean melisma | | Paul Jones | Albums with the “Blue Harbor Quartet,” session work for Kendrick Lamar & Kamasi Washington | Warm, expressive tenor sax, improvisational flair, cinematic phrasing | Oldje - ClassMedia - Leya Desantis- Paul Jones ...
A spoken‑word piece where Oldje reflects on the creative process behind the EP, layered over a field recording of NYC subway tracks. The track ends with a faint, looping sample of Leya humming a motif from “Neon Alley,” slowly fading into the distant rumble of the train—an auditory metaphor for the endless cycles of inspiration and hustle.
Production Highlights
Oldje’s partnership with Class Media, Leya Desantis, and Paul Jones isn’t just a collaboration; it’s a conversation across generations—a gritty MC, a young R&B siren, and a seasoned jazz saxophonist all speaking the same language: storytelling through sound. While the EP’s runtime is short, each track feels fully formed, offering enough depth to warrant multiple listens. A Shared Narrative
What to take away?
Listen now on all streaming platforms, or dig a little deeper by purchasing the limited‑edition vinyl on Class Media’s store—complete with hand‑printed artwork that captures the neon‑lit alley aesthetic that inspired the EP.
