Finnish-Congolese rapper King Yanz is back, looking to turn it up a level as a rising talent on the back of his previous release ‘No Favours’. New single ‘Dangerous’ unveils effortless R&B melodies with magnetic warmth.
The track is released ahead of an upcoming headlining set at Parallel62 in Barcelona on April 3rd and a performance at Tallinn Music Week on April 11th.
‘Dangerous’ is the second single from King Yanz’s upcoming album ‘Jeppisboy’. The track showcases a shift in Yanz’s use of melody, introducing layers and harmony alongside his rap delivery and hip-hop origins. Crisp percussion cuts deeply through a grooving bassline, and rough-edged electric guitars cut through the smoothness of his delivery.
‘Dangerous’ is a choice, being pulled in by a bad decision, knowing it may cost you. That cheeky, seductive energy oozes to the fore. Once again, Yanz carries this closely, with subtlety and charisma.
Discussing ‘Dangerous’, producers Jason Boshoff (Ed Sheeran, Josh Groban, David Gray, Rufus Wainwright) and Oscar Garcia Bragado explain:
“Infectious hooks and a beat that won’t quit. Dangerous is a breath of fresh air that insists you take a moment to enjoy yourself, probably dancing, but definitely smiling.”
On the upcoming album, from which ‘Dangerous’ is taken, they say:
“Not forgetting his musical origins and certainly not forgetting the melodic infectiousness of 2000s urban pop, King Yanz sets himself apart with Jeppisboy. 808s, knocky beats, and intentional musicianship form the backdrop to a lucid dream that explores King Yanz’s origins and personal encounters. What a pleasure to have collaborated on this project.”
About The Artist
King Yanz, born Yannik Kiswamu, came up between Finland and the UK, an identity he puts forward in his sound. Working between Barcelona, London, and Helsinki, his hip-hop production is built with live players in tow, marrying a sonic portrait that leans into the new wave of contemporary rap whilst respecting an earlier urban sound.
With Yanz & the Kingzmen, the songs take on a different life onstage, something fans can see more of at upcoming shows. It’s a blend of melodic rap, funk, and jazz, creating a space where stories and culture meet. King Yanz remains an important voice at the intersection of Nordic and UK rap.
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