HanuJay excites alongside Mayorkun on “Insane,” the First Single off his Forthcoming EP
Hanu Jay and DMW star Mayorkun have collaborated for “Insane,” the first single off Hanu Jay`s forthcoming EP Wow, {Can I Blow Your Mind}. The mid-tempo production made by ”˜Sally` features affectionate verses from both artists, who croon lines like “the way you dancing, the way you smiling\ girl, it`s bursting my brain\ Hallelujah, I`m saved\ girl, you driving me insane.”
Hanu Jay has been coming for a while. Since 2018, the prolific musician has released songs cut from everyday Nigerian life, evoking the pleasures of a public moment shared with friends and some alcohol. Last year, Hanu Jay scored his break by appearing alongside DJ Consequence on “Uber,” a creeping record which became a standout from Vibes From the Future, earning an unforgettable video and consolidating Hanu Jay`s position as a talent to be looked out for.
Media publications took note of Hanu Jay, whose music is a cross between the propelling rhythms of Burna Boy, the indigenous flavour of Oritse Femi and, though not immediately obvious, Michael Jackson was Hanu Jay`s first hero, and the disco-inspired moments in Wow offers a nod to the “Thriller” star. The youth-centered media platform MoreBranches described his music as a conduit for “a universal truth: that life is for the living.” Popular music website Tooxclusive opted for “unconventional melodies” while Culture Custodian, in a succinct profile noted Hanu Jay`s “zeal for daring aesthetics.”
Wow, Can I Blow Your Mind is a breezy listen, bringing Hanu Jay`s musicianship to the fore, while a number of accompanying materials, from the galactic production to awe-inspiring skits, rally closely alongside him. A&Red by experienced music executive “Gbemi Ereku”, – The result is a project that feels like a familiar hug, while simultaneously pulling the listener to experience something fresh.
This brilliant collaboration with Mayorkun is only the first taste of the Hanu Jay package, from which we`ll be hearing more in the weeks to come.
Listen and Enjoy – ‘Insane‘
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