A PROJECT OF LOVE, COMPASSION, AND RESPECT TO JAZZ, SOUL, FUNK, HIPHOP, HOUSE & AFROBEAT
About
Brooklyn Saint
Emanuel Harrold & Shareef Keyes present Brooklyn Saint. Well versed in rap, house, R&B, soul and jazz fusion, they take you on a journey with moving ballads to foot-stomping house music.
It is a delight to write original music that presents a fresh approach but a relevant musical journey," says Emanuel.
Between the two, they have worked on projects such as Flea, Theo Parish, Keyon Harrold, Gregory Porter, Robert Glasper, and Ghost Face Killa (Wutang).
Shareef, a Brooklyn native, is a vocalist influenced by icons like Janelle Monáe, Marvin Gaye, A Tribe Called Quest, Biggie Smalls, James Brown, and George Clinton. These legends have shaped his songwriting, from Gaye's harmonies to Brown's energy and Monáe's immersive worlds. Emanuel, from Saint Louis, captivates audiences with his dynamic, polyrhythmic sound, drawing influence from Max Roach, Roy Haynes, Quincy Jones, De La Soul, and more. He thrives on performing original music and connecting with his audience through rhythm, lyrics, and emotion.
The duo first connected during the pandemic, collaborating on "See," a track from Emmanuel’s album that garnered 75K streams and Grammy consideration. Their success continued with sold-out shows at St. Louis' City Winery and a headlining spot at the Fest of Nations Music Festival.
This momentum inspired Brooklyn Saint to create a full-length album blending house, soul, and jazz. The album features guest artists like Masego, Omari Hardwick, and Stout, and showcases the duo’s unique collaborative process—Emmanuel producing the music while Shareef writes the songs. Set for release in 2025, the album promises to deliver soul, storytelling, and a rich musical experience.