Oklou's "Forever" is a charming mission statement on post-relationship empowerment

The French producer, vocalist and composer grew up in the countryside and relocated to Paris four years ago, co-founding club collective and label NUXXE with Coucou Chloe, Scottish beat maker Sega Bodega and south London vocalist Shygirl.

Her music, rooted in R&B and pop, finds its balance through a nuanced meshing of melody and theme. New track “Forever” dwells on post-relationship empowerment and the song's torn edges see Mayniel's vocal dripping into a beautiful half-whisper.

“It’s about forgiveness and using mistakes as some sort of cement,” says Mayniel. “Something that is so powerful that you’ll remember it forever.”

Catch her next at Pitchfork Paris on 2 November; more material is promised very soon.