KDYN KICKS OFF 2025 WITH ‘PROUD’ SAMPLING JOHNNY ADAMS, AHEAD OF FORTHCOMING EP THIS SUMMER!

KDYN announced as Abbie McCarthy’s 2025 Artist Tips – BBC Introducing Kent

31st January!

“…an exceptional crossover artist to watch out for..” – EARMILK

BUY / STREAM: KDYN – ‘PROUD’ HERE

South London based, British Guyanese DJ-producer and multi-instrumentalist KDYN and Johnny Adams kick off 2025 with a fresh new single ‘Proud’ on EMI from KDYN’s new forthcoming EP slated for June.

Sampling Johnny Adams’ “Proud Woman’, ‘Proud’ has already been teased with promising fan reactions when he played the new single live on DJ AG’s TikTok LIVE set with Defected Records at the end of 2024. Speaking on the new release, KDYN shares:

“When I first found the vocals, the upbeat energy sparked thoughts about love, strength, and the happiness I’ve seen in the women in my life. At the time, it was just me and my mum, and we’ve been through a lot together. This song is about celebrating the incredible strength and resilience of the women in our lives, especially those who don’t always get the appreciation they deserve.”

Firmly cementing himself as one to watch in 2024, KDYN has been racking up acclaim for his debut solo EP ‘As Souls Find Greatness’ which was entirely recorded and produced by himself. Backing has continued to spiral with support from the likes of BBC Radio 1’s Sian Eleri and Jaguar as well as rotation from BBC Introducing, including a 100% KDYN mix and has now been tipped as an artist to watch for 2025 by Abbie McCarthy. He has also had further backing from Kiss Bliss, Wretch 32, Beatport and EARMILK to name a few as a result of his versatile ability to fuse multiple genres including garage, funk, soul, and hip-hop effortlessly whilst sampling sounds into his own unique tracks.

Born into a musical family with roots in UKG, KDYN’s upbringing immersed him in the vibrant sounds of London’s underground scene. Drawing inspiration from a diverse range of influences, from Funkadelic, Prince and Madlib to Lin Manuel Miranda, AMP Fiddler, Kanye West, his sound is a testament to his passion for new music discovery old and new and an eclectic and ever evolving taste. Adding to his musical palette, fresh inspiration comes from the likes of Cleo Soul, SAULT, Kaytranada and Little Simz, whilst incorporating his live elements with synths and guitars as he begins to make waves amongst his peers like Barry Can’t Swim, Fred Again, Mura Masa, Tom Misch and more.

It’s these soul and electronic influences paired with his deep dives into timeless and historic records that have set up an exciting year ahead for KDYN as he delivers ‘Proud’ with Johnny Adam’s timeless and original sampled vocals. Dedicated to his Mother and an ode to all the strong women in KDYN’s life, ‘Proud’ is a vibrant soul fuelled house celebration of resilience, appreciation and celebration. Johnny Adam’s sampled vocal is transformed as trumpets and soothing keys layer into a modern take of the original whilst maintaining its resonating lyrics. Perfect for at home listening or brightening up any dancefloor, the sky is the limit for essential new artist, KDYN.

KDYN & Johnny Adams – ‘Proud’ is out 31st January via Positiva/EMI.

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