Nikki Hayes caressed retro RnB into the future with ‘Moon Views’ –

Nikki Hayes got into the 70s groove of retro-laced RnB with her latest release, Moon Views, opening a celestial new chapter in her legacy as one of the most sublime soul conduits on the airwaves in 2025. The dreamy etherealism modernises the tableau of stylistic influence which Hayes effortlessly takes under her sultry command in the smooth-paced earworm that caresses you into catharsis. In the span of two minutes, the firebranded soulstress evoked vintage tones into the future of RnB, all while leaving her mark as an artist who knows exactly how to leave her audiences spellbound with her nocturnal layers of luxe lust.

Through subtle harmonic twists and an opulent mix of plush melodies and magnetic vocal lines, Moon Views feels like the sonic version of slipping into silk sheets beneath a starlit sky. There’s no fanfare needed, no vocal acrobatics; Hayes already knows the potency in every vocal curl and breathy inflexion, and she uses that instinct with quiet confidence, letting the atmosphere of the track wash over you.

Behind the velvet smoothness is a story shaped by resilience and reverence for the craft. From her early days at Studio One Dance Chicago to being embraced by icons like Toni Braxton, Nikki Hayes has honed her art through hard graft, relentless practice, and unflinching vulnerability. With previous placements across hit shows such as All American, Claws and Tyler Perry’s Sistas, she’s no stranger to weaving her sound into emotionally charged visual landscapes. Moon Views proves once again that when Hayes lays a track down, it’s meant to be felt on a molecular level.

Moon Views is now available on all major streaming platforms, including Spotify. 

– Review by Amelia Vandergast