Adi Oasis

Adi Oasis, formerly known as Adeline, is a French-Caribbean bassist and singer-songwriter who has emerged as a central figure in the modern soul and funk revival. Based in Brooklyn, her sound is a sophisticated intersection of 1970s funk, jazz-fusion, and contemporary R&B.

Her career arc saw a significant evolution from her time as the frontwoman of the disco-funk band Escort to a solo career where she reclaimed her heritage and instrumental identity. Her 2023 magnum opus, Lotus Glow, solidified her critical standing, blending political consciousness with high-fidelity production. Musically, she is distinguished by her 'lead bass' approach, where the instrument dictates the melodic structure rather than just providing rhythmic support. She occupies a similar cultural space to artists like Cleo Sol and Yazmin Lacey, prioritizing organic instrumentation and 'real-feel' grooves over digital quantization. Critically, she is lauded for her technical proficiency and her ability to modernize the aesthetic of the 'soul diva' by centering her role as a musician and producer.