UK funk-pop collective LJ & The Ray Band’s single “Heels” has reached No. 16 on the Music Week Commercial Pop Chart.
The independent release has climbed from its debut at No. 27, previously reaching No. 20 before moving to its current position. The track was released through the band’s independent label, HighVoo Media.
“Heels” combines disco, funk and soul-pop, with live instrumentation and contemporary production. The song explores confidence and the idea of using music and dance as a way to step away from everyday pressures.
LJ & The Ray Band is fronted by songwriter, producer and multi-instrumentalist Lloyd, known as LJ. The band’s sound draws from funk, disco, soul and contemporary pop, with influences including Jamiroquai, Nile Rodgers & CHIC, Jungle and Silk Sonic.
The band is also preparing to release its next single, “We Did It All.”