H31R

JWords, the Dominican-born producer half of H31R, and maassai met in 2017 at a showcase for Suzi Analogue’s label Never Normal in Brooklyn. JWords played a beat set, while maassai performed with a band. Their mutual appreciation for each other's distinctive styles led to the formation of H31R. Their collaboration is marked by a deep understanding and resonance, not just musically but also astrologically, as both artists are air signs (Aquarius and Gemini, respectively), which influenced the duo's name.

H31R's music is a fusion of hip-hop and electronic music, enriched with elements of jazz, juke, Jersey club, and boom bap. Their debut album, 've·loc·i·ty,' released in 2020, showcased this unique blend and laid the foundation for their desire to create another album. Their second album, 'HeadSpace,' released on November 17 via Big Dada, marks a new phase of maturity for the duo, exploring deeper understandings of identity and interactions with the world.

The duo's work has been celebrated for its genre-bending qualities, with their debut album receiving acclaim from various publications and their follow-up album anticipated to bring even more attention to their innovative sound. H31R's music features contributions from rising artists like semiratruth and GRAMMY-nominated producer and rapper Quelle Chris, further showcasing their ability to collaborate and create compelling music.

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