{{Multiple issues|{{Lead too short|date=November 2023}}{{AI-generated|date=October 2025}}}} {{Infobox musical artist | name = Adi Oasis | image = | caption = | birth_name = Adeline Michèle Pétricien | alias = Adeline | birth_date = {{Birth date and age|1985|05|17}} | birth_place = Saint-Mandé, Île-de-France | origin = French-Caribbean | genre = {{hlist|Soul|Funk|R&B}} | occupation = {{hlist|singer|songwriter|record producer|bassist}} | instrument = {{hlist|vocals|bass}} | years_active = 2014-present | label = Unity Group | past_member_of = Escort, The Crowd | website = https://adioasis.com/ }}
'''Adeline Michèle Pétricien''', professionally known as '''Adi Oasis''', previously as '''Adeline,''' is a French-Caribbean (now based in Brooklyn, New York, United States) singer, bassist and producer that fuses soul, funk and R&B.<ref name=":2">{{Cite web |title=About |url=https://adioasis.com/about |access-date=2022-10-29 |website=ADI OASIS |language=en-US}}</ref>
== Early life == Adi Oasis was born on May 17, 1985, in Saint-Mandé, Île-de-France, and grew up in a suburb of Paris, France, representing a fusion of Caribbean and Southern French heritage. Her father hails from Martinique, while her mother is from the southwest countryside.<ref>{{Cite web |date=2021-11-10 |title=At Work: Adeline |url=https://relix.com/articles/detail/at-work-adeline/ |access-date=2023-10-24 |website=Relix Media |language=en-US}}</ref> She and her three siblings grew up singing. She began performing professionally with a choir at the age of 5 and made numerous television appearances and toured across France during her upbringing.<ref name=":1">{{Cite web |last=Uitti |first=Jacob |date=2021-09-10 |title=Adeline Shares New EP, 'Adi Oasis' |url=https://americansongwriter.com/adeline-shares-new-ep-adi-oasis/ |access-date=2022-10-31 |website=American Songwriter |language=en-US}}</ref>
As a teenager, Oasis taught herself to play the guitar and began composing her own songs while performing in various venues in Paris. After a year in college, she decided to pursue music and relocated to New York City, U.S..<ref name=":12">{{Cite web |author1=Bass Player Staff |date=2021-07-05 |title=Adeline: "For me, bass is about finding a good groove that people may not even notice – a good groove that I want to keep playing forever" |url=https://www.guitarworld.com/features/adeline-interview |access-date=2023-11-01 |website=guitarworld |language=en}}</ref>
== Career ==
=== Career beginnings === Adi Oasis's career began in New York, where she initially worked as a model and a DJ. During her first year in the city, she formed her first music group, "The Crowd," a trio with fellow musicians Randy Mason and Akil Dasan. Her introduction to the bass guitar occurred when the band's bass player unexpectedly canceled before a performance, and it soon became her signature instrument.<ref name=":6">{{Cite web |title=Interview: Adi Oasis |url=https://www.808sandjazzbreaks.com/features/interview-adioasis |access-date=2023-10-24 |website=808sandjazzbreaks |language=en-US}}</ref>
Following her time with The Crowd, Adi Oasis became the lead singer of "Escort," a New York-based nu-disco band. The band gained critical acclaim through various singles, co-written by Oasis. In 2016, she embarked on a solo career, releasing her first solo album, titled "Adeline," on November 9, 2018.<ref name=":3">{{Cite web |date=2023-02-20 |title=Encore! - French-Caribbean singer Adi Oasis gets political and personal on new album |url=https://www.france24.com/en/tv-shows/encore/20230220-french-caribbean-singer-adi-oasis-gets-political-and-personal-on-new-album |access-date=2023-07-26 |website=France 24 |language=en}}</ref>
Oasis dedicated much of 2020 and 2021 to recording new music, as the COVID-19 pandemic temporarily halted most other professional activities for musicians, such as touring.<ref name=":7">{{Citation |title=CONVOS: Adi Oasis, 'Lotus Glow' | date=2 March 2023 |url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wd86i0R9FOM |access-date=2023-10-31 |language=en}}</ref> She released her first EP, "Interimes," on July 10, 2020, followed by a remix of the EP, titled "Intérimixed," on September 11, 2020.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Intérimixed, by Adi Oasis |url=https://adioasis.bandcamp.com/album/int-rimixed |access-date=2023-07-26 |website=Adi Oasis |language=en}}</ref>
In September 2020, Adi Oasis collaborated with Atlantic Records artist KAMAUU on the single 'Mango.' The song, produced in partnership with Morgan Wiley, garnered significant attention on YouTube, amassing over 10 million views in the first year.<ref name=":8">{{Cite web |last=Malo |first=Herve |date=2023-03-03 |title=Adi Oasis : le moment de vérité avec "Lotus Glow" |url=https://hypesoul.com/adi-oasis-le-moment-de-verite-avec-lotus-glow/ |access-date=2023-10-24 |website=HYPESOUL - Music - Culture - Lifestyle |language=fr-FR}}</ref><ref>{{Citation |title=KAMAUU - MANGO (feat. Adi Oasis) [Official Music Video] | date=3 September 2020 |url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zw_y3Kj_Sa8 |access-date=2023-07-26 |language=en}}</ref>
In January 2021, Oasis released her single 'Whisper My Name' after debuting the song on a COLORS SESSION. This track served as the first single from her 7-song EP, "Adi Oasis," which was released in September 2021.<ref name=":19" /><ref>{{Citation |title=Adi Oasis - Whisper My Name {{!}} A COLORS SESSION | date=4 January 2021 |url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nd83Y4brw_w |access-date=2023-07-26 |language=en}}</ref>
=== Transition from Adeline to Adi Oasis === On April 15, 2021, she changed her stage name from Adeline to Adi Oasis. In a social media announcement, she explained that "Adi" is a nickname of Adeline, and she chose "Oasis" as it represents her sanctuary, whether on stage or in the studio.<ref name=":4">{{Cite web |title=ADI OASIS |url=http://www.girlieaction.com/adioasis |access-date=2022-10-31 |website=Girlie Action Media, Marketing & Management |language=en-US}}</ref><ref name=":0">{{Cite web |title=Interview with Adi Oasis on Her New Self-titled EP, Playing Bass and the Importance of Breaking the Mold of Your Own Expectations |url=https://www.stereofox.com/interviews/adeline-interview/ |access-date=2022-10-30 |website=Stereofox Music Blog |language=en}}</ref>
== Influences == Adi Oasis draws inspiration from a range of artists, including Prince, Chaka Khan, Curtis Mayfield, Parliament-Funkadelic, Aretha Franklin, Earth Wind & Fire, Linda Clifford, Minnie Riperton, D’Angelo, and more.<ref name=":7" /><ref name=":0" />
== Lotus Glow == ''Lotus Glow'' is the second studio album by artist Adi Oasis, released on March 3, 2023.<ref name=":9">{{Cite web |date=2023-01-18 |title=Adi Oasis Announces Debut Album 'Lotus Glow' |url=https://bassmagazine.com/add-oasis-announces-debut-album-lotus-glow/ |access-date=2023-10-24 |website=Bass Magazine |language=en-US}}</ref> This album marks a significant milestone in her career, symbolizing both personal and artistic transformation. Adi Oasis regards it as her most personal work to date, reflecting her musical and personal growth.<ref name=":16" />
===Background=== "Lotus Glow" serves as Oasis's debut under her new stage name, signifying a rebirth and a fresh start in her artistic journey. The album showcases her emergence as the artist she has always aspired to be, reflecting her profound changes and experiences integral to her artistic development.<ref name=":7" /><ref name=":8" />
===Themes and concept=== The album presents a narrative of Oasis's journey and serves as a reflection of her identity and experiences. The lotus flower is a recurring metaphor throughout the album, symbolizing her transformation and growth. She draws parallels between herself and the lotus, highlighting the significance of her roots and the importance of embracing one's origins.<ref name=":9" /><ref name=":16" />
===Social and political commentary=== Oasis often addresses political themes, reflecting her experiences as a woman of color with mixed heritage and an immigrant background.<ref name=":14">{{Cite web |title=Love Thundercat? Check Out These 5 Contemporary Bassists Keeping The Flame {{!}} GRAMMY.com |url=https://www.grammy.com/news/5-contemporary-bassists-keeping-the-flame |access-date=2023-10-24 |website=www.grammy.com}}</ref> She emphasizes the challenges she has faced in pursuing her dreams and aims to shed light on systemic barriers. Several songs on the album, including 'Red To Violet,' 'Serena,' and 'Marigold,' can be seen as anthems for Black women, while others, such as 'Sidonie' and 'The Water,' pay homage to her family and cultural heritage.<ref name=":3" /><ref name=":16" />
===Musical style and production=== "Lotus Glow" showcases Oasis's musical growth and her pursuit of her envisioned sound. The album features a more organic and raw musical approach, with most songs incorporating live instruments. Her collaboration with other musicians and extensive live performance experience influence the album's funky, unpolished, and vibrant musical style.<ref name=":16">{{Cite web |last=Dazed |date=2023-06-19 |title=Adi Oasis gets personal on her sun-soaked new album, Lotus Glow |url=https://www.dazeddigital.com/music/article/60139/1/adi-oasis-gets-personal-in-her-new-album-lotus-glow |access-date=2023-07-26 |website=Dazed |language=en}}</ref>
=== Track listing === Source:<ref>{{Cite web |title=Adi Oasis - Lotus Glow - Diggers Factory |url=https://www.diggersfactory.com/vinyl/274654/adi-oasis-lotus-glow |access-date=2023-10-24 |website=www.diggersfactory.com |language=fr}}</ref> # Le Départ # Get it Got it # Serena # Red To Violet (Feat. Jamila Woods) # Marigold (Feat. J. Hoard) # Dumpalltheguns # Multiply # Sidonie # Adonis (Feat. KIRBY) # U Make Me Want It # Naked (Feat. Leven Kali) # Sugarcane (Interlude) # The Water # FourSixty (Feat. Aaron Taylor) # Bird Machine (Bonus Track - Vinyl Only)
=== Reception === Upon its release, "Lotus Glow" received critical acclaim for its personal and introspective nature, Adi Oasis's artistic growth, and musicality.<ref name=":19">{{Cite web |last=Valat |first=Louis |date=2023-03-14 |title="Lotus Glow" : l'envoûtant nouvel album d'ADI Oasis |url=https://www.aficia.info/actualite-musique/lotus-glow-lenvoutant-nouvel-album-dadi-oasis/240086 |access-date=2023-05-20 |website=aficia. |language=fr-FR}}</ref> Critics commended her willingness to address social and political issues, as well as the album's musical diversity and captivating performances.<ref name=":15">{{Cite web |last= |date=2023-02-20 |title=À l'Affiche ! - "À l'Affiche Planète Afro" avec Adi Oasis et "Lotus Glow", premier album solo rétro-futuriste |url=https://www.france24.com/fr/%C3%A9missions/%C3%A0-l-affiche/20230220-%C3%A0-l-affiche-plan%C3%A8te-afro-avec-adi-oasis-et-lotus-glow-premier-album-solo-r%C3%A9tro-futuriste |access-date=2023-05-20 |website=France 24 |language=fr}}</ref>
== Activism == Oasis has supported numerous causes including abortion rights, anti-racism, and gun control.<ref name=":18">{{Cite web |last=Lindsay |first=Kathryn |title=Adeline's "Swirl" Music Video Proves Women In Music Don't Need Men's Approval |url=https://www.refinery29.com/en-us/2018/08/207073/adeline-swirl-music-video-the-drop |access-date=2023-10-24 |website=www.refinery29.com |language=en}}</ref>''<ref name=":11">{{Cite web |date=2020-07-10 |title=French-Caribbean Singer Adeline Is Self-Soothing With New Music and Sound of Ocean Waves |url=https://www.vogue.com/article/adeline-interimes-ep-before-bed-interview |access-date=2022-10-27 |website=Vogue |language=en-US}}</ref>''<ref name=":17">{{Cite web |title=Lyrical Lemonade |url=https://lyricallemonade.com/p/adi-oasis-adeline |access-date=2022-11-01 |website=lyricallemonade.com|date=10 September 2021 }}</ref>
== Discography == Source:<ref>{{Cite web |title=Spotify |url=https://open.spotify.com/artist/5RRfTrwXUGYiBB0DMV4hyh?si=CLAx9Q3vTv-vFjud27KD6w |access-date=2023-10-24 |website=open.spotify.com}}</ref>
=== Albums ===
* ''"''Adeline''"'' (2018) *''"''Lotus Glow''"'' (2023)
=== EP's ===
* ''"''Intérimes''"'' (2020) * ''"''Intérimixed''"'' (2020) * ''"''Adi Oasis''"'' (2021) * ''"''Adi Oasis (Remixes)''"'' (2022)
=== Singles ===
* 'Redo' (2014) * 'Swirl' (2018) * 'Before' (2019) * 'Top Down' (2019) * 'When I'm Alone' (2019) * 'Middle' + 'Planet Caravan' (2020) * 'Twilight' (2020) * 'After Midnight' (2020) * 'Whisper My Name - A COLORS SESSION' (2021) * 'Mystic Lover' (2021) * '9' (2021) * 'Eternity' Feat. Joshua J (2021) * 'Red To Violet' Feat. Jamila Woods (2022) * 'Get it Got it' (2022) * 'Adonis' Feat. KIRBY (2022) * 'Multiply' (2023) * 'Naked' Feat. Leven Kali (2023) * 'FourSixty' Feat. Aaron Taylor (2023)
=== Singles as featured artist ===
* Equal, LEFTI 'The Way I Move' (2017) * Mousse T 'Up For That' & 'You Don't Know Me' (2018) * LUXXURY 'Change Yr Mind' (2019) * JKriv 'Lovin' Is Really My Game' & 'Yo Love' (2019) * Jonathan Singletary 'Never Like This' (2020) * Jacques Renault 'This Is Real' (2020) * Jean Tonique 'Flawless' (2020) * KAMAUU 'Mango' (2020) * Mark Lower 'Took Me By Surprise' (2021) * Wax Tailor 'Déjà Vu' (2021) * Chet Faker 'It's Not You' (2022) * The Shapeshifters 'Tell Me It's Not Over' (2022) * Yakul 'Time To Lose' (2023)
=== Music videos === {| class="wikitable" !Year<ref>{{Cite web |title=Adi Oasis - YouTube |url=https://www.youtube.com/@AdiOasis |access-date=2023-10-24 |website=www.youtube.com}}</ref> !Album !Video !Director(s) !Link |- | rowspan="2" |2018 |Adeline |Emeralds |Hamadou Frédéric Baldé |{{YouTube|Fc_sVYD9K4w|title=Adi Oasis - Emeralds}} |- |Swirl (Single) |Swirl |Liza Voloshin |{{YouTube|gin6Xdw7X3Y|title=Adi Oasis - Swirl}} |- | rowspan="3" |2020 | rowspan="3" |Intérimes (EP) |Twilight |Adeline |{{YouTube|BPN9QuYnsRQ|title=Adi Oasis - Twilight}} |- |After Midnight |Adeline |{{YouTube|Z5bqT6c753A|title=Adi Oasis - After Midnight}} |- |Just Another Day |Adeline |{{YouTube|T3mtksi3jg4|title=Adi Oasis - Just Another Day}} |- | rowspan="3" |2021 | rowspan="3" |Adi Oasis (EP) |9 |Adeline, Mentchu |{{YouTube|JtrZBk2tsyg|title=Adi Oasis - 9}} |- |Eternity (Feat. Joshua J) |Adeline, Sheena Sood |{{YouTube|EpCNRMfle_g|title=Adi Oasis - Eternity (Feat. Joshua J)}} |- |Stages (Feat. KAMAUU) |Adeline, KAMAUU |{{YouTube|21-vGVrqvp4|title=Adi Oasis - Stages (Feat. KAMAUU)}} |- |2022 | rowspan="3" |Lotus Glow |Red To Violet (Feat. Jamila Woods) |Simone Holland |{{YouTube|Xl9orSEauf4|title=Adi Oasis - Red To Violet (Feat. Jamila Woods)}} |- | rowspan="2" |2023 |Multiply |Braylen Dion |{{YouTube|kwWkCBnSsfU|title=Adi Oasis - Multiply}} |- |Naked (Feat. Leven Kali) |Derek Milton |{{YouTube|MNwjvjfJEHI|title=Adi Oasis - Naked (Feat. Leven Kali)}} |}
== Tours == Source:<ref>{{Cite web |title=Adi Oasis |url=https://www.bandsintown.com/a/9217672-adi-oasis?utm_medium=web&utm_source=artist_event_page&utm_campaign=artist&came_from=250 |access-date=2022-10-30 |website=Bandsintown}}</ref>
Adi Oasis tours globally, appearing with such artists as Anderson .Paak, Keyshia Cole, JUNGLE, Gregory Porter, Lee Fields, Big Freeda, Natalie Prass,<ref name=":15" /><ref name=":19" /> and has performed at Central Park Summerstage, Afropunk, Funk on the Rocks (Red Rocks) and London Jazz Festival.<ref name=":2" /> She also played bass in artist CeeLo Green’s touring band.<ref name=":12" /> During the pandemic lockdowns, she performed in live broadcasts, some of which are available on her [https://www.youtube.com/c/AdiOasis Youtube channel], including a COLORSX performance from home.<ref>{{Citation |title=Adi Oasis - COLORS HOME/BRED (Quarantine Edition) featuring "Middle", Twilight" and "When I'm Alone" | date=15 June 2020 |url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lwppSZDZZMc |language=en |access-date=2022-10-30}}</ref> Her band includes Ben Jamal Hoffmann on keyboards, and Andrew "Druvvy" McLean on drums.<ref name=":10">{{Cite news |title=Adi Oasis Releases New Single "Adonis" With Kirby (Listen) |language=en-us |work=Bass Magazine - The Future of Bass |url=https://bassmagazine.com/artists/adi-oasis-releases-new-single-adonis-with-kirby-listen#:~:text=The%20artist%20formerly%20known%20as,of%20the%20band%E2%80%9D%20she%20explains. |access-date=2023-07-26}}</ref>
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