Joony (@joonyoftv) - "STILL HERE" (Album)

Grammy-nominated rapper, songwriter, and producer Joony has reclaimed his status as one of the most electric underground recording artists to watch with his new 15-track, genre-bending LP. Coming over two years after his last full-length effort, MEMENTO and his Jordan Ward-assisted EP, JRNY, Joony is back to showcase the same skills that helped catapult him into one of the most sought-after new creatives in the fast-moving music industry. While some see Joony as a rising artist, the DMV-bred melodic rap emcee has achieved things many artists never do at such a young age. Since his latest LP, he has earned an RIAA Gold plaque for his fan-favorite “Paper Soldiers” with multi-platinum iconoclast Brent Faiyaz, a Grammy nomination for his work as a contributing writer on Destin Conrad’s Love On Digital, and a coveted performance on COLORS. After touring the world alongside talented artists like Blxst, Leon Thomas, Lil Tjay, Lancey Foux, and more, Joony is ready to reclaim his time and show the world he’s ready to level up. Leading off his new 15-track offering with his triumphant smash “YES MA’AM,” Joony has unveiled the deepest parts of his inner thoughts, delving into topics that day-one fans can resonate with while new fans can appreciate the depth uncommon among many of today’s creatives. While the project has many fun, upbeat moments, it also includes sobering tracks that explore the loss Joony has endured, his struggles with fame, finances, drugs, women, and everything in between. Tracks like “FTD,” “THANOS,” and the title track “STILL HERE” are sure to be a delight for early Joony fans; the Silver Spring-raised emcee showcases immense growth and leaves the door open for even more exciting moments with his sobering outro, “CAN’T GO BACK.” Joony’s stance is clear. The music industry is a tough place to navigate, but he is not complaining. Being the boss comes at a cost, and the independent recording artist has learned more than enough lessons over the years. After selling out his “The Basement” show in Washington, DC, with Tony Shhnow, El Costeau, Max Free, and more, he’s not slowing down anytime soon. If fans take anything from his newest offering, it's that Joony is here to stay, and his newest LP, STILL HERE, is a clear statement that he's not going anywhere anytime soon.