5 Reasons You Should Listen To 'Maybe We’ll Make It' by Corban Chapple
- Louise Clark
- Apr 13
- 2 min read
Corban Chapple’s debut EP, Maybe We’ll Make It, is the kind of release that demands your attention from the very first note. A deeply personal and sonically rich project, it captures the emotional turbulence of new beginnings while showcasing a rare level of artistic control. Blending Alternative R&B, Soul, Hip Hop, Pop, and Jazz, the Australian-born, New York City-based artist delivers a cohesive and introspective body of work that marks an exciting new chapter in contemporary R&B. Here are five reasons why this release deserves a spot on your playlist.
1. A Bold and Fully Realised Artistic Debut
Maybe We’ll Make It introduces Corban Chapple not just as a performer, but as a complete creative force. Entirely self-written, self-produced, and self-performed, the EP highlights his vision and versatility. It’s a confident first statement that establishes him as an artist with both technical prowess and emotional depth.
2. A Compelling Narrative Concept
Structured as a prologue, three acts, and an epilogue, the EP unfolds like a cinematic story. Across five tracks, Chapple explores themes of homesickness, jealousy, intimacy, machismo, doubt, and instability. The result is a narrative-driven listening experience that culminates in a powerful message of acceptance and chosen happiness.
3. Genre-Blending Sophistication
Seamlessly weaving together Alternative R&B, Soul, Hip Hop, Pop, and Jazz, Chapple crafts a sound that feels both timeless and modern. Lush harmonies, live instrumentation, and intricate production create a sonic landscape that appeals to fans of forward-thinking, musically rich artistry.
4. Standout Tracks with Emotional Resonance
Each song offers its own unique perspective and mood. From the poetic vulnerability of “Greener” to the introspective tension of “Let’s Not Talk About It,” the layered sensuality of “Braid,” and the fragile duality of “Porcelain,” the EP delivers memorable moments throughout. The title track, “Maybe We’ll Make It,” provides a hopeful and cathartic conclusion.
5. A Rising Voice in Contemporary R&B
With award-winning production credentials and training from Berklee NYC, Chapple brings both experience and innovation to his solo work. This release solidifies his transition from behind-the-scenes producer to a compelling artist in his own right—one poised to make a lasting impact on the global music scene.
Whether you’re drawn to thoughtful storytelling, genre-defying production, or emotionally authentic songwriting, Maybe We’ll Make It is a debut worth discovering.
“What makes Corban special is his emotional precision,” says music publicist Danielle Holian, Decent Music PR. “He writes about jealousy, doubt, intimacy, and instability in a way that feels human, not performative. This EP is vulnerable without losing its edge, and that balance is powerful.”
