WST CMPLX supported by Cherise Michelle

**WST CMPLX** is an independent, LA-based collective of 9, that draws from a diverse range of influences, including jazz, R&B, funk, and hip-hop, to produce unique compositions that invite joy and introspection. The group makes forward-thinking music that seeks to elevate the west-coast sound by championing authentic self-expression, positivity, and community. **Cherise Michelle** is a contemporary R&B artist whose music lives between memory, the soul, and its potential. Born in Gary, Indiana and now based in Los Angeles, California, she creates songs that dwell in the intimate moments of life. Her musical love began early, shaped by the voices of Aretha Franklin, Chaka Khan, and Mariah Carey. As a kid, she narrated her days through constant devotion to her diaries, and she hasn’t stopped since. Cherise has archived the mundane for most of her life, paying close attention to the tiny moments that often go unnoticed. That’s exactly where her songs come from. Each track feels like a room to walk into – textured harmonies, jazz-touched chords, and lyrics that hold memory without rehearsing nostalgia. Fluently weaving together low, velvety tones and playful explorations of her upper register, Cherise brings a rich versatility to every performance. Her sound is shaped by a wide range of musical experiences, such as 90s Gospel, 70s Soul, R&B, and Jazz. Each genre adds depth and color to her voice. But more than genre, what sets her apart is the emotional clarity in her sound. She’