Jay Cinema and producer Chow released “Genie” today, the lead single from their upcoming EP titled, ALCDELUXE. Featuring all-new tracks for a deluxe cassette, these releases aren’t B-sides but rather entirely new works flexing the duo’s current state of creative evolution. “Genie,” feels a lot like sunlight flickering through tree branches on a breezy day, with Cinema’s reflectively optimistic verses sauntering around Chow’s warm, chillwave-esque production.
“‘Genie’ celebrates the massive success we’ve had with Alchemy,” Jay Cinema shares. “It’s a feel-good track in every way—sonically, lyrically, and emotionally. Chow and I aren’t done yet. We’ve got more to say, more to feel, and more to learn. It’s all part of Alchemy.” Producer Chow echoes that sentiment, adding, “The release of Alchemy was just the start. We’ve grown a lot since then, and you can hear that growth on ‘Genie’ and throughout the rest of the tape. Alchemy season is forever.”
Cutting his teeth in Brooklyn, Jay Cinema has performed at iconic venues like SOB’s and earned coverage from DailyChiefers and Pitchfork. Influenced by Kendrick Lamar and Tyler, The Creator, his flow and lyrical depth are an instant compliment to the vibrant, psychedelic beats of Massachusetts-based producer Chow. Already gaining attention from platforms like Focus Hip Hop, Medium, and PLAYDATE, now’s the time to tune in to the duo as they gear up for further releases and live performances.
