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Hot new producer JKLN is kicking off the year with a bang as her debut album ‘Chapter I‘ bursts onto the scene. Brimming with piledriver kicks, Techno synthesizers and atmospheric vocals, this project represents a powerful new dawn for this artist. ‘Chapter I’ was inspired by a trip to Amsterdam’s ADE where JKLN met Diplo and had a revelation: “I realized all this time I was overthinking my music way too much and trying to fit into a certain standard”. This time around, she’s offering a sound that is her at the core. Kicking off with the single ‘Never Alone’, JKLN marks her newfound confidence with the words “I’ve been chasing the light for way too long, way too long, Fighting with my demons since you’ve been gone, since you’ve been gone, I’m never alone”. Soon enough we’re plunged into a series of powerhouse drops that hit you like waves, returning with force each time. It’s a track soon to have its own dynamic music video, sure to catch the eye of a range of Techno fans. The rest of the album twists and turns, and one thing sticks out- the distinctive progressions throughout each track. JKLN has a skill of interweaving basslines, vocal melodies and fx to an entrancing level. Seen in the contrast of sharp-edged synths and swirling sequencers in ‘WELCOME TO UKRAINE’ , dark, futuristic bass-driven homage ‘BERLIN’ and breakbeat TikTok track ‘POW POW’. ‘Chapter I’ points towards the future of electronic music, with a fusion of sassy pop vocals and winding dark instrumentals. It’s enigmatic, haunting and hypnotising, and an impressive debut album from JKLN.
Ukraine born JKLN is living her music dream in Berlin, home to one of the world’s most exciting music scenes. She’s an upcoming producer, singer, songwriter with a DIY approach and worldwide appeal. Her deep electronic dance production combined with dreamy pop inspired vocals have captured the attention of many. Since her 2021 debut, she’s already built up significant momentum, great news for her and her independent label Magmatic Records. She’s reached millions of views across videos on YouTube and streams of Spotify, with tracks like ‘WELCOME TO UKRAINE’ and ‘Bazooka’ skyrocketing to the tastemakers everywhere. ‘Chapter I’ marks a levelled up JKLN, built for bundles of recognition. You won’t want to miss one of the most promising producers in the Berlin Techno scene right now.
Influences
Diplo, Morten, Carl Cox, Will Sparks, Anyma, Grimes
Socials
Instagram
Spotify
Apple Music
