Ria Timkin is an indie-pop solo artist and multi-instrumentalist who plays as a one-person band. Naturally talented, this sultry Moscovite has followed her heart, digressing from her Master’s in Law and her passion for figure skating towards a unique blend of genres and instruments. Ria's mastery of the loop station, beat boxing, melodica, keyboards and harmonised vocal solos has earned her spots at shows across the breadth of the UK with features on national radio stations, including the BBC.
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Ria is on a mission that is worth embarking on. Her musical journey is well depicted in a quirky but brutally honest blog, "The Secret Plan of Ria Timkin”.
In 2016 Ria released her debut E.P. "Visitor", which received highly positive reviews from music critics. The E.P. is a strong collection of upbeat tunes, catchy rhythms, quirky lyrics and sing-along choruses that implores its listeners to live life to the fullest.
In 2017 Ria released a brand new single “Energy”. Its creative mix of electronic and acoustic sound full of alluring harmonies and haunted lines has opened the door to a new, deliciously darker side of Ria’s music. “Energy” is allegory to everything Ria stands for: feeling alive, testing your limits and wanting something so much that you almost reach the brink of obsession, because that’s when you know you are at your best.
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Bursting to life from the get-go as mixes of electronics and acoustic intertwine before Ria’s pulsating harmonies and haunting lyrics invite you to explore the feeling of living on the edge. ‘Energy’ is both fearless and brilliant, showcasing an artist who’s ready to take on the world.
Timkin surprises and exceeds expectations! Artists like Timkin should be used as a blueprint for how new music should be: inventive and original but tangible enough for every listener to be able to understand and appreciate.
There is something unorthodox and unexpected about Timkin’s voice… - a blend of the peculiar and beautiful.
We feel lost in her mysteriousness and her beautifully blended sonic sound, her unique vocals slowly penetrate your mind.
When you hear Ria just think, obsession, seduction and empowerment. We’re extremely excited for her future ... This young lady is truly going places.