Let’s uncover Jhelisa’s cosmic ’90s classic “Galactica Rush”
Galactica Rush first landed on the scene, reshaping the boundaries of soul, jazz, and R&B in a time when soul and R&B seemed confined to tradition.
While Jhelisa herself may not be a household name, her influence has rippled through the music world, inspiring artists like Chaka Khan and collaborating with artists like Björk and Massive Attack.Subscribe to our newsletter for your front-row seat to all things entertainment with a sprinkle of everything else queer.Born into a musical dynasty—her aunt and uncle played in James Brown’s band—Jhelisa’s sonic palette stretched far beyond her Mississippi roots.
With her debut, she found herself in full creative control, crafting an album that defied the mainstream pop of the mid 1990s.
While contemporaries chased chart success, Jhelisa was busy pushing boundaries, creating a space where deep, soulful grooves met abstract, futuristic production.When Galactica Rush dropped in 1994, it was hailed as “a potent brew of jazz, funk, and soul” by i-D Magazine, and quickly became an underground favorite.
