Janise Robinson is an American singer who performs under the name Niecy Blues.

Niecy Blues
Birth nameJanise Robinson
Genres[1]
LabelsKranky

Early life

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Robinson was raised in a religious household in Oklahoma.[2] They studied musical theater at Anderson University in South Carolina.[3]

Career

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Robinson's debut EP, Opaque, was released in 2015.[4] In 2020, they self-released a second EP, Cry.[5]

Robinson released their full-length debut, Exit Simulation, through Kranky in November 2023.[3][6] The release was named one of the 100 best albums of the year by The Quietus.[7]

Personal life

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Robinson resides in Charleston, South Carolina,[8] and identifies as non-binary.[9] [10]

Discography

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Albums

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List of albums, with selected details
Title Details
Exit Simulation
  • Released: November 10, 2023
  • Label: Kranky
  • Format: Digital download, vinyl, CD

Extended plays

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List of extended plays, with selected details
Title Details
Opaque
  • Released: 2015
  • Format: Digital download
CRY
  • Released: April 22, 2020
  • Format: Digital download

Singles

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List of singles as lead artist, showing year released and album name
Title Year Album
"Bones Become the Trees" 2021 Non-album single
"Violently Rooted" 2023 Exit Simulation

References

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  1. ^ Shepherd, Julianne Escobedo. "Exit Simulation". Pitchfork. Retrieved 22 March 2024.
  2. ^ McKinney, Michael. "An Interview With Niecy Blues". Passion of the Weiss. Retrieved 22 March 2024.
  3. ^ a b Lewis, Dash. "Niecy Blues - Exit Simulation". Resident Advisor. Retrieved 22 March 2024.
  4. ^ Huber, Chris. "Extra Chill Fest Artist Profile: Niecy Blues". Extra Chill Fest. Retrieved 22 March 2024.
  5. ^ Noise, Chanell. "Niecy Blues explores vulnerability with new EP, 'CRY'". Mainline. Retrieved 22 March 2024.
  6. ^ Roberts, Randall. "5 Selects: Niecy Blues (Kranky)". In Sheep's Clothing Hi-Fi. Retrieved 22 March 2024.
  7. ^ n.a. "Quietus Albums Of The Year 2023 (In Association With Norman Records)". The Quietus. Retrieved 22 March 2024.
  8. ^ Kelly, Tyler Damara. "Niecy Blues announces her debut album, Exit Simulation". The Line of Best Fit. Retrieved 22 March 2024.
  9. ^ "SC women, nonbinary guitarists participate in She Shreds Media riff a day challenge | Charleston Scene | postandcourier.com". 2021-12-01. Archived from the original on 2021-12-01. Retrieved 2024-10-03.
  10. ^ "Instagram". www.instagram.com. Retrieved 2024-10-03.