“Loud In The Water” feels like a deep exhale on an R&B project that ripples with self-awareness, calm confidence, and a quiet kind of power. Jaz Karis lets her voice, tone, tempo, and subtle production do the talking. Across these tracks, she blends classic soul warmth with contemporary textures, creating a sound that feels timeless yet undeniably current. We reviewed 3 of the 5 tracks on the EP, here our take.

“On My Way” (Jaz Karis & Wilfy D)

“On My Way” opens with a fluid rhythm that moves like night air, smooth, full of motion, and quietly seductive. Wilfy D’s touch on the production gives it a warm garage-inspired bounce that’s both nostalgic and forward-thinking. Jaz’s vocals glide effortlessly, layering harmonies that feel conversational yet emotional. The song is about presence and reassurance, being grounded in one’s path, even if it’s uncertain.

There’s something hypnotic in the way the beat swells and retracts, almost like waves lapping against the shore. It’s subtle but intentional, matching the song’s message, growth doesn’t have to be loud, sometimes it’s just steady.

“Alright” (feat. Joyce Wrice)

This collaboration feels organic, like two artists sharing an unspoken understanding. “Alright” drips with classic 90s R&B essence, with lush harmonies, understated percussion, and a groove that sits right between sultry and soothing. Jaz and Joyce trade verses like a conversation between two women reflecting on love, balance, and emotional maturity.

The tempo sits comfortably in the midrange, giving both voices space to breathe and resonate. Their tones complement each other, Jaz’s smooth control grounds Joyce’s lighter, more airy delivery. Lyrically, the track feels like a moment of exhale after emotional chaos, when you realize that healing may not necessarily always come with closure, but with self-acceptance.

“Work2Hard”

“Work2Hard” has a feel of grounded determination. It’s a song that speaks to ambition and exhaustion in equal measure. The tempo sits low and deliberate, almost meditative, allowing the lyrics to take center stage. Jaz’s delivery is both tired and empowered, as if she’s narrating the tug-of-war between passion and burnout.

The production is stripped back but textured, with a few well-placed synth layers, subtle bass lines, and snaps that echo like reminders to keep pushing. There’s beauty in its restraint. You can hear the fatigue, but also the fire. Proof that even in weariness, there’s purpose.

“Loud In The Water” is a poetic statement about being seen and felt, there’s no shouting for attention. It’s equal parts introspection and celebration, crafted with precision and emotional honesty. Each track flows seamlessly into the next, creating a cohesive experience that invites the listener to sink in and listen. Really listen.

Jaz Karis delivers an R&B project that’s intimate, universal, emotional and composed. It’s proof that true artistry doesn’t need volume, it just needs depth.

Check for Jaz Karis on IG: @jaz_karis

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