Liv.e and Karriem Riggins have partnered as the duo GENA and dropped their first single, “Circlesz.” The name is an acronym for God Energy Naturally Amazing and inspired by Tisha Campbell’s character Gina from the ’90s TV series Martin. The L.A.-based R&B singer and Detroit drummer/producer started playing together as GENA earlier this year. “Circlesz” is a retro trip from the soul jazz tinkling of the keyboard and overall arrangement to the video that looks like the 1980s set from The Tonight Show. It’s amazing to hear that Martin is still influencing new artists in 2025. Riggins recently worked with Common and James Poyser to create “Victory” for the NBA on Prime 2025/2026 theme music. Liv.e released her PAST FUTUR.e album last year and is currently on tour with Earl Sweatshirt. Stay tuned, as there is more to come from GENA.
