Yonee

Yonee is an American singer/songwriter from Orlando, Florida, who later established his career in Los Angeles. His early career saw him dominating the UK underground club scene with dance and EDM releases. His singles “Bombs Of My Love” and “Paradise” garnered significant attention across the UK, with one of his releases reaching No. 3 on a UK club chart. This early success included a radio tour throughout various UK cities, allowing him to connect with audiences across the pond. His work with remixes of “Bombs Of My Love,” specifically by Rich B & Phil Marriott and Rare Candy, were featured on compilation albums “Dance January 2017” and “Club January 2017” respectively, released by CD Pool in 2017, showcasing his presence in the dance music landscape.

In 2018, Yonee transitioned his sound, aiming for a return to the States with an R&B-tinged studio LP. His EP, *For Play*, released in November, received positive reception on various platforms, notably accumulating over 3 million views on Facebook. The EP included tracks like “Getaway,” for which he organized a fan contest, flying two winners to Bali, an event that, despite a volcanic explosion rerouting the trip to Singapore and Shanghai, became a memorable experience captured for a music video. His music also explores diverse influences, from vintage rock on “Bad” to country-like storytelling on “Overdose,” often incorporating metaphoric narratives drawn from his personal experiences. He also dedicates his work to his mother, a Non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma survivor, notably with his video for “Heart is Patient,” which depicted a woman’s health complications as a tribute to her.

Yonee’s artistic approach is characterized by his embrace of diverse musical eras and cultures. He cites the early 2000s as a significant inspiration, particularly evident in his single “Make It Happen,” which features Carlos Santana-like electric guitars and draws from the songwriting style of that era, focusing on themes of championing and spoiling a partner. The music video for “Make It Happen” utilized a Sony Handycam from 2004 to create a nostalgic, VHS-like aesthetic. He emphasizes collaboration and global influences in his work, stating that merging cultures creates truly artistic pieces. His upcoming projects continue to blend diverse sounds, including Caribbean and Latin influences, creating a relevant 2018 interpretation of eclectic music from the early 2000s, working with new artists from different countries to achieve this vision.