Interview: Haitian American Vocalist Blends Afrobeats and Caribbean Music Styles
Oltanie, a Haitian American vocalist based in Indianapolis, has gained a dedicated fan base from across the globe with her music being streamed over a million times online.
She recently spoke with WFYI's Kyle Long about her unique music style, which blends Afrobeats and Caribbean music.
Oltanie describes her music as Afro Caribbean, mixing English and Kreyòl lyrics with music inspired by West African genres, including Afrobeats.
Oltanie notes, "So, I'm from Haiti originally. We do compound, but my sound is more like Afro with the Caribbean taste, but I do mix it a little bit."
A significant portion of Oltanie's audience resides outside of Indiana, showcasing her global appeal.
Author's summary: Oltanie blends Afrobeats and Caribbean styles.