Raymond Coats is back with an inspirational new single. Readers of The Static Dive know the Northern California soul man well. We have followed his story since the release of his 2021 single “Tell Me What It Is”.
For more than forty years, Raymond Coats has been a staple of West Coast blues, jazz, and R&B. In his tenure, the music industry veteran has worked with legends like Bill Withers and Michael Jackson. Over the past decade, Coats has connected with fans around the world with the release of over two dozen popular singles.
“Lay it To Your Heart” is the brand new single from Raymond Coats, released worldwide via all major streaming services on October 4, 2023. The track opens on a funky mid-tempo slap-bass groove. Horns, keys and guitar paint the edges of the mix as the singer steps to the mic with an uplifting, soulful, and inspirational letter of encouragement. The song’s release is accompanied by an equally inspiring Stevio-directed music video.
Check out the “Lay it To Your Heart” video below. You can also hear the song on the Deep Dive : Hip-hop and R&B playlist, or listen on your favorite streaming service. Follow the links below to connect with Raymond Coats. Get on his socials and dig into a deep catalog of world-class NorCal soul.