Bex - Gen-Z's most promising new talent is back with new single ‘Uptown’
Following the release of his infectious viral single ‘Miss Me (Bad Vibes)’, Bex dropped soulful new track ‘Uptown’ on Friday and it has already surpassed 250K streams! ‘Uptown’ further cements his reputation as an artist who effortlessly merges heartfelt acoustic melodies with dynamic rap. The track has already gained mass attraction and buzz across socials, with millions of views on performance clips across his Instagram (150K followers) and TikTok (136K followers / 1.9M likes).
A testament to the 21 year-old's raw talent, ‘Uptown’ is stripped down to only the essentials, keeping production to a minimum to highlight an undeniable talent. His music draws from an early life lived globally across London, Botswana, Brunei and Belgium, and ‘Uptown’ is a powerful step into Bex’s rise as one of the most exciting new voices in music today. Of the track, Bex said: "I wrote Uptown in my kot [student flat] in Gent, Belgium. It’s about the stage in a relationship where it seems too good to be true. I began with just the chord sequence, which I looped.”
Known for his unique blend of acoustic melodies and lyrical prowess, Bex has already made a significant impact with a string of successful singles approaching 5 million total streams on Spotify alone. Previous single ’Miss Me (Bad Vibes)’ amassed an incredible 1.88 million streams within its first 28 days, averaging 70,000 streams daily and garnering unprecedented attention across socials. Bex is ready to take his artistry to the next level, delivering innovative sounds to a rapidly growing fanbase.
Bex has supported notable artists such as M Huncho and Russ Millions and has worked with producers including King Wizard (Headie One, Unknown T, JME), Sean Murdz (Central Cee, Giggs, D-Block Europe) and WhyTek (Burna Boy, Arrdee, Aitch).
Drawing inspiration from musical icons such as The Weeknd, Post Malone, J Hus, and Ed Sheeran, Bex effortlessly fuses diverse influences to create a sound that is both refreshing and timeless. He’s a major one to watch!