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Producer Jay’s Soulfood Unveils Phenomenal New Track “Taste The Sun & The Sky”
Jay’s Soulfood (AKA Funktional J) is a hip-hop/electronic producer based in Eindhoven, the Netherlands, with Surinam roots (South America). He has been building a name for himself on the music scene for several years now with his funk and soul-inspired beats and is ready to continue his rise with the release of his new single, “Taste The Sun & The Sky”.
The track sounds like a hit and showcases Jay’s advanced production skills and shows that the rising producer is surely one to watch out for. With its smooth and vibey groove and recurring lyrics about tasting the sun and the sky, it’s a perfect track for a chilled summer’s day and will no doubt be a go-to track for his growing fanbase over the next few months.
Speaking further on the new release, Jay says, “It all started with making the beat in my home studio. I was satisfied with the beat but felt it still needed some vocals here and there, so I asked my bro Bryan van Belzen, who is a rapper and a voiceover actor, to lay something down. He came up with this line ‘Taste The Sun & The Sky’. I really liked this combination, so I already knew that this was going to be the main title of the track. It’s a song about taking a break, going outside and enjoying real life.” “Taste The Sun & The Sky” is available to buy/stream now on all platforms: https://ffm.to/taste_the_sun.
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North London’s 4t9 isn’t just stepping into the UK rap scene – he’s kicking the door wide open with his debut single, “Freedom”. Blending hard-hitting drill beats with motivational lyricism, 4t9’s arrival feels bold, intentional, and impossible to ignore. While drill music often leans on themes of street life and bravado, “Freedom” carves out its own lane, focusing on self-belief, focus, and determination.
From the opening bars, 4t9’s delivery is sharp and direct. His tone carries a hunger that feels authentic, as he weaves between gritty observations and personal affirmations. The hook – “It’s been about freedom, it’s been about racks” – becomes a powerful mantra, embodying 4t9’s belief in chasing success on his own terms. There’s no reliance on empty bravado here; instead, 4t9 taps into the mindset of someone who’s faced challenges but refuses to let them define his path.
His verses showcase a knack for clever wordplay. Lines like “In Paris riding the metro / I’ve been wavy from the get-go / I still compete and I get gold / That’s the 9 on me like Crespo” highlight his ability to blend cultural references with sharp storytelling. He paints pictures of grind and grit, but it’s always laced with a forward-thinking attitude.
The track’s production matches this energy, with a brooding instrumental that balances dark, rolling basslines with crisp percussion. It’s the kind of beat that demands attention, creating the perfect backdrop for 4t9’s powerful delivery. Meanwhile, the track’s structure keeps momentum high, with the hook acting as a grounding point that ties the themes together.
Adding to the track’s impact is its visually striking music video, directed by ODXC. The visuals mirror the song’s intensity, capturing 4t9’s commanding presence as he delivers each bar with conviction. The sleek visuals, combined with the track’s unrelenting energy, make “Freedom” feel like a real statement piece.
With this debut release, 4t9 shows he’s not here to follow trends – he’s here to create his own lane. His blend of raw authenticity, sharp lyricism, and motivational energy makes this debut impossible to overlook. If “Freedom” is just the starting point, there’s no telling how far 4t9’s ambition will take him.
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