Fresh off the release of his debut EP on Red Bull Records/EVGLE/211, Maryland’s rising star Joony surprises fans with the Deluxe version of ‘MEMENTO,’ featuring six new tracks. The lead single “I KNOW” represents the first collaboration between Joony and Grammy-nominated artist Blxst since their label partnership announcement last year. Accompanied by a music video that seamlessly blends their signature sounds, the track is available for listening here: [link].
In the Deluxe version, Joony explains, “A memento is an object kept as a reminder or souvenir of a person or event. I wanted to take that concept a step further with the Deluxe EP and bring it full circle by expanding on the themes ‘MEMENTO’ dove into.”
The smooth new visual showcases Joony and EVGLE’s head honcho across scenes in LA. Joony sets the tone with a heartfelt hook on the sample-laced track, displaying vulnerability before his bravado-filled verse. Blxst follows suit with confident bars, acknowledging their recent partnership while asserting his status in the industry.
Blxst remarks, “Honored to have Joony a part of the EVGLE family. Our first collaboration, so itโs special! When I first heard Joonyโs music, I knew he was outta here! His versatility is next level and ‘I KNOW’ and ‘MEMENTO (Deluxe)’ embodies just that.”
The Deluxe edition of ‘MEMENTO’ continues Joony’s journey with transcendent vocals and flawless delivery across seven tracks. Known for his versatility, the extended EP sees Joony experimenting with various styles, including live snippets on ‘MEMENTO,’ stripped-back verses on “SADITTY,” and suave flows on “BEAUTY / L(EYES).”
A familiar face on the big stage, Joony has consistently delivered memorable performances, including standout collaborations with Brent Faiyaz and Jordan Ward. “I KNOW” further cements his position as one of the best new artists of his generation.
Joony, also known as Jonathan Negero, is a first-generation Ethiopian-American artist whose music reflects his multifaceted creative nature. His roots in Silver Spring, Maryland, influence his storytelling, as seen in his latest album, ‘#SHITUMSS,’ and his Red Bull Records/Evgle debut project, ‘MEMENTO.’
Recognized for his consistency and dynamic contributions to the music industry, Joony’s work with rising creatives and his Billboard Top 100 hit “FYTB” have earned him over 550K monthly listeners on Spotify. With co-signs from multi-platinum acts, Joony’s trajectory towards superstardom is evident, and ‘MEMENTO’ further solidifies his place in the industry.
As one of the newest artists from Red Bull Records in partnership with Blxstโs Evgle imprint and his own collective 211, Joony is making waves in the underground rap scene. With his dedicated fanbase eagerly anticipating each release, Joony’s ‘MEMENTO’ delivers excellence and sets the stage for his continued success.
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