Releases
b4 greatest hits vol. 1 - Limited Edition LP IN STORES DEC 6
b4 greatest hits vol. 1 is the very first physical release of the first 10 artists signed to the label plus a
special bonus track from HAWA titled “IPHONE”.
b4 is a future-facing label launched in 2018 that serves as a home for tomorrow’s most relevant artists
founded by Briana Cheng. The music on b4 is a reflection of the genre-smashing landscape, where prior
categories no longer apply. The roster includes singles from HAWA, EVA, BC Kingdom, Velvet Negroni,
Andrea Valle, Skinny Malone, Jelani Aryeh, Gemma Dunleavy, Cubby, Jazz Ingram, Bebi Monsuta, Syv
de Blare, and more to announce.
“b4 – the 4AD sub-label fast becoming a solid spot for forward-thinking hip-hop and R&B.” – Clash
HAWA: Her debut 2018 track “Might Be” garnered immediate attention everywhere from Pitchfork to
FADER (“straightforward slap”) to Pigeons & Planes (“a subtly complex hit”). The track set HAWA’s
strong, direct voice apart from her peers and established her as a contender for NYC’s next rap
superstar.
EVA: You might not recognize Eva Tolkin’s name, but you’ve likely heard her vocals thanks to her
collaborations with Blood Orange and gigs singing backup for Solange and Charli XCX. The Canadian-
“Touch Me,” is a bright, catchy ode to self-love.
Velvet Negroni: The creative alter-ego of Minneapolis’ Jeremy Nutzman, creates raw, experimental R&B
centered on the level of intimacy his voice evokes hybridizing classic soul and West Indian elements. In
the last year, his music was sampled by Kanye West and Kid Cudi on KIDS SEE GHOSTS – “Feel The
Love (feat. Pusha T)” graced Pitchfork playlists and BBC Radio 1 airplay, and he joined musical mentor
Bon Iver on tour.
BC Kingdom: “The future of R&B is dark and moody, and Los Angeles based BC Kingdom is headlining.
This duo is comprised of the effortlessly cool Logan and Chris, who have worked with Solange, collabed
with Mila J, and written and produced for artists including Kelly Rowland.” – Flaunt
Andrea Valle has already caught the attention of everyone from Vogue to Wonderland to FADER for her
soulful R&B with sublime vocals. Additionally, she’s shared the stage with The Internet, Ravyn Lenae and
BJ The Chicago Kid, and has starred in campaigns for H&M and in Black Thought’s recent “Conception”
music video.
Skinny Malone: Hackney rapper Skinny Malone has this sort of magnetism around him. Live shows are
absolute bedlam, with his electrifying persona linking to fan adoration to create mosh pits wherever he
lands.”We Don’t Know Him’ blasts back against the sort of people who dial him up at the 11th hour
demanding space on the guest list.” – Clash Music – Track of the Day
Cubby feat. Madge: This new cut shows just how well they’re able to meld together, demonstrating a
clear swagger throughout the three-minute cut.” – Variance
Jelani Aryeh: “Union Station,” is an ode to leaving suburbia and finding home, not only in a new place,
but in the people you take with you. The 18-year-old artist seamlessly melds Hip Hop, indie rock, R&B
and pop on the bright-eyed and heartfelt track, which is produced by Jack Kolbe. The pair are members
of the rising global collective Raised By The Internet, all of whom met on a Brockhampton subreddit.
Gemma Dunleavy has worked with UK duo Swing Ting, Murlo, DJ Sharda, has written a score for Inside
The Wolf, a contemporary dance piece premiered in Trois C-L – centre de création chorégraphique in
Luxembourg, as well as songwriting features on former Cocteau Twins member – Simon Raymond’s new
‘Lost Horizons’ album.
Jazz Ingram: Rochester-born, Atlanta-raised artist Jazz Ingram has blessed us with his jovial new single
“blue gatorade” – a mellow, summery track packed full of the rapper’s versatile flow.
Selections:
A1 HAWA “Might Be”
A2 EVA “Touch Me”
A3 Velvet Negroni “First Time”
A4 BC Kingdom “Yung Stunna”
A5 Andrea Valle “No More”
B1 SKINNY MALONE “We Don’t
Know Him”
B2 Jelani Aryeh “Union Station”
B3 Gemma Dunleavy “Better 4 U”
B4 Cubby feat. Madge “Bing
B5 Jazz Ingram “blue gatorade”
— HAWA “IPHONE”
