GREENTEA PENG
R&B
Chalk, Brighton
Greentea Peng, born Aria Wells, is a neo-soul singer and songwriter from southeast London, known for her unique blend of 'psychedelic R'n'B.' Drawing influence from iconic artists like Lauryn Hill, Erykah Badu, Miss Dynamite, and Lily Allen, Greentea Peng’s music merges R'n'B, hip hop, and dub reggae, creating a sound that is both soulful and experimental.
Her stage name reflects her love for green tea and the London slang word "peng," meaning attractive or tasty. In October 2018, she released her debut EP Sensi, which showcased her eclectic style and established her as a standout voice in the UK music scene. With her signature blend of rich vocals, introspective lyrics, and genre-defying production, Greentea Peng continues to captivate audiences worldwide.
“Greentea Peng showcases an artist of depth and complexity.” - Mojo
“Each revisit to her mellow, twinkling, jazz-infused R&B sounds is as dreamy as the first.” - British Vogue
"a sound and style as fully, brilliantly developed as this” - The Arts Desk
“There’s clearly a great deal of creativity imbued into Greentea Peng’s lush tunes, all dense production and twisting, turning lyrics, but she somehow makes it seem effortless” - NME