In Conversation: The Voices of Sessions on the Green

There are singers who perform, and there are singers who inhabit the music. Isaac B. Cole is firmly the latter. His voice doesn’t just glide over a melody — it settles deep into it, warm and commanding, like silk and smoke.

We sat down with Isaac in the Sessions on the Green collective studio — not to dig into his private life, but to understand his artistry, his influences, and the way he approaches music.

Isaac B. Cole: A Velvet Voice in a Modern World

SOTG: Isaac, your voice has been called “velvet” and “orchestral soul.” How do you see it yourself?

Isaac: “I’ve never thought about it as a label. For me, the voice is just an extension of the mood. I want it to feel like a conversation — but slowed down, stretched out, wrapped in strings and rhythm. Some people rush songs. I like to take my time. A voice can seduce, it can comfort, it can demand attention without ever raising its volume. That’s the space I like to work in.”

SOTG: People often mention Barry White when they talk about your style. Do you welcome that comparison?

Isaac: “Of course. Barry was the master of space and seduction. He knew silence was as powerful as sound. I’m not trying to imitate him — but I respect what he showed us: that depth and subtlety can be more powerful than fireworks.”

SOTG: What’s your process when recording with Sessions on the Green?

Isaac: “The team sets the scene — lush strings, a groove that’s unhurried but confident. The Producer, Peter Pickering has a way of creating space that lets me breathe vocally. I walk in and listen first. I don’t sing until I feel the room. When I do, I want every line to feel like I’m leaning in, speaking just to you. Not to the crowd, not to the charts. Just you.”

SOTG: You’ve become known for songs that balance intimacy with orchestration. What draws you to that sound?

Isaac: “It’s cinematic. Life isn’t always loud — sometimes it’s late nights, whispers, the sound of footsteps in the street outside. I want my music to feel like that. Lush, but not cluttered. Emotional, but never desperate. That’s why Sessions is a perfect home for me — the sound here is sophisticated, unafraid of stillness.”

SOTG: And what can listeners expect from you next?

Isaac: “More of the same… but deeper. Strings that ache, grooves that burn slow. I’m not interested in chasing trends. I want to make records people can return to ten years from now and still feel the warmth. If I’ve done that, then I’ve done my job.”

Interview curated by Peter Pickering, founder of Sessions on the Green.

“A voice can seduce, it can comfort, it can demand attention without ever raising its volume.” — Isaac B. Cole

From England to the heart of Sessions on the Green, Scarlett Bentley carries stories of love, resilience, and hope — sung in more than one language, with a voice that can move the sky.

Scarlett Bentley isn’t just a singer — she’s a force. With her pure English diction and soaring delivery, her voice feels timeless, bridging past and present. When Scarlett sings, the room doesn’t just listen; it lifts. Within Sessions on the Green, she has become a voice of both passion and resilience, carrying songs that touch deeply on love and human hope. Her recent bilingual release, Beneath the Falling Sky, echoes her gift: blending cultures, bridging emotions, and offering music as a language without borders.

Scarlett Bentley: A Voice That Soars Beyond Borders

Sessions on the Green: Scarlett, your voice has been described as “soaring” — powerful yet emotional. How do you see your own sound?

Scarlett Bentley: I suppose I’ve always seen my voice as a kind of instrument in the sky. It’s not about showing off, it’s about carrying the story. If the lyrics are about heartbreak, I want people to feel that heartbreak in the air. If it’s about hope, I want it to rise like the dawn. That’s the responsibility of a singer — to bring the words to life.

Sessions: You recently sang Beneath the Falling Sky, a bilingual track with Ukrainian lyrics. How did that feel, stepping into another language?

Scarlett: It was humbling, truly. English is my first language, of course, but when I sang in Ukrainian, I felt I was borrowing a piece of someone else’s heart. I wanted to do it respectfully, to honour the beauty of the words and the people behind them. Music should never be limited by borders — it’s universal.

Sessions: You grew up in England. How has that shaped your artistry?

Scarlett: England gave me contrasts. I grew up hearing folk melodies, classical choirs, and at the same time Motown and soul drifting through the house. I think my Englishness is there in the clarity of my diction, but I’ve never wanted to stay in one box. That’s why Sessions on the Green feels like home — it’s not about boxes, it’s about voices coming together.

Sessions: Who are your influences?

Scarlett: Oh, so many! From Shirley Bassey for her sheer drama, to Adele for her honesty, and of course some of the great sopranos who can make a note hang in the air forever. But I also love smaller voices — the ones that sound fragile, broken even. They remind me that singing isn’t about perfection, it’s about connection.

Sessions: What do you hope people feel when they hear your music?

Scarlett: Hope. Always hope. Even in the darkest ballad, there should be a thread of light. If someone listens and feels less alone, then I’ve done my job.

Scarlett Bentley continues to be one of the most distinctive voices within Sessions on the Green, blending English clarity with global spirit. With her ability to cross languages and emotions, she reminds us that music is bigger than borders — it is a shared sky.

More interviews coming — stay tuned.