Soul collective The 5to8s asks you to surrender

“Falling deeper, falling deeper, falling deeper…” That’s the hook—and the feeling—that drew me into The 5to8s new single until it ended.

Falling Deeper is another soulful standout in 2025’s growing discography of Scandinavian soul music. Hailing from Copenhagen and Malmö, The 5to8s are a groove collective made up of some of the most seasoned Danish and Swedish soul artists. With over 15 years of musical chemistry behind them, this isn’t just a ‘new’ group—it’s a seasoned Scandinavian soul supergroup.

Blending neo-soul, hip-hop, funk, and reggae, Falling Deeper, a song about surrendering to something you don’t fully understand – and losing control, for better or worse, plays like the result of years spent jamming, freestyling, and crafting Nordic soul. It’s only their second single, but the sound is fully formed—rich, confident, and deeply groovy.

Now, long-time readers of Scandinaviansoul.com will know that this writer has a curious aversion to rap in soul tracks. Not all—just most. But when it’s done right, it’s impossible to deny, and The 5to8s get it exactly right. Kuku Agami’s verse doesn’t feel tacked on—it feels rooted in the song’s groove. Seamless and soulful.

Vocals come from Jonas Rendbo—the godfather of Scandinavian soul—and Jonas Winge Leisner, whose lead vocal channels Marvin Gaye with a touch of modern flair. His delivery is warm and buttery, with a timeless tone that echoes through every line.

Falling Deeper deserves repeat listening. It captures a sound that feels vintage and modern together.

And it’s time Danish soul music got more recognition—especially here in Sweden. Falling Deeper is proof that the region’s soul scene is not only alive but thriving.

So press play and let yourself fall a little deeper.