Celebrating a decade of musical excellence, Finnish DJ and producer Rony Rex stands as one of the shining stars of Youth Control Records. Since his debut release on the label in 2017 with 'Sticky Fingers,' Rony has consistently delivered a unique blend of bottom-heavy basslines, quirky sampling, and head-turning musicality. As he marks this milestone, it's only fitting that the celebration takes place within the Youth Control family, where Rony Rex has become a fundamental member.
Rony Rex's '10' compilation is a testament to his journey. It features a dynamic mix of ten tracks, both old and new, including exciting collaborations and personal favorites from his archives. From recent releases like 'True Religion' and 'Limbo,' featuring US lyricist Dances With White Girls, to his very first Youth Control release, 'Sticky Fingers,' this compilation traces the evolution of Rony's career over the last decade. The tracklist includes dancefloor heaters like 'Milk It' featuring Carla Monroe, 'Mona Lisa' featuring New Ro, 'Lift Yo Legs,' and many more. Notably, it also introduces Rony's latest creation, 'Feeling Myself,' a cherry on top of this extraordinary body of work.
From DJ beginnings, Rony Rex has ascended to become an innovative producer on the global stage. As one of Finland's hottest tastemakers, he hosts a show on YLEX, an influential Finnish radio station akin to BBC Radio 1. His musical style is characterized by bubbly, quirky, and housey influences, deeply rooted in the club scene but not hesitant to flirt with pop and indie soundscapes.
Rony's discography boasts numerous successful and offbeat releases on labels such as Youth Control and Needwant. 'Milk It,' featuring hit songwriter Carla Monroe, made waves on the Billboard Dance/Mix Show Airplay chart, earned a spot on Diplo's Revolution on SiriusXM, and scored sync success with brands like Yves Saint Laurent, Nickelodeon, and O2. 'Mona Lisa' was another sync hit, this time with Stella McCartney. 'Fucked It Up' (Gas Gas Remix) saw immense popularity in China, amassing over 80 million streams on the nation's Netease streaming platform.
Youth Control Records, one of Finland's leading indie dance music labels, has been a fertile ground for nurturing new talent while hosting renowned artists like Roisto, Disco Despair, Per2, and its founders, TJH87 and Terminé. The label has also gained recognition from influential figures in the music industry, including Armand Van Helden, Steve Aoki, Todd Edwards, and prominent media outlets such as BBC Radio 1, Billboard, and Kiss FM. Rony Rex's journey is a testament to the label's commitment to pushing musical boundaries, and 'Feeling Myself' is the latest addition to Youth Control's hot streak of singles that continue to reach new heights. Listen below.
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