Maryland-raised artist Joony continues his hot streak with the release of his atmospheric new single “NO CHILL,” out now via Red Bull Records/EVGLE/211. The track showcases the triple-threat rapper, songwriter and producer’s signature vocal versatility over spacey, hard-hitting production that pushes the boundaries of contemporary hip-hop.
Drawing inspiration from genre innovators like Travis Scott and Kid Cudi, “NO CHILL” finds Joony manipulating his voice into ethereal, dreamlike tones while exploring themes of betrayal and emotional detachment. “The song’s about giving your all to someone who leaves you cold without warning,” Joony explains. “When someone acts like you never mattered after everything you’ve done for them – that’s having no chill.”
The release comes during a breakout year for the Ethiopian-American artist. Fresh off a standout performance at Coachella’s GV Black’s Party In My Living Room and a coveted A COLORS SHOW appearance, Joony has also made waves as a songwriter, contributing to Destin Conrad’s “FMU!” and co-writing Ty Dolla $ign’s recent single “ALL IN.”
With over 177 million career streams and cosigns from heavyweights like Blxst and Brent Faiyaz, Joony is cementing his status as one of alternative rap’s most exciting voices. His upcoming Red Bull Records debut project ‘MEMENTO’ promises to further showcase his genre-blending artistry and introspective lyricism.
“NO CHILL” is now available across all streaming platforms, offering another compelling preview of Joony’s evolving sound. The track’s accompanying visualizer enhances its hypnotic quality, immersing viewers in Joony’s atmospheric world.
About Joony:
The Silver Spring native first gained recognition through his contributions to Brent Faiyaz’s ‘WASTELAND’ album before scoring his own Billboard Top 100 hit with “FYTB.” His unique blend of melodic rap and R&B has earned him 550K monthly Spotify listeners and collaborations with rising stars like Jordan Ward and KELZ. As the flagship artist of Blxst’s Evgle imprint and his own 211 collective, Joony is putting Maryland’s underground scene on the map while pushing creative boundaries.
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