kwn
Swiss exclusivity
London-born artist kwn (pronounced “kay-one”) is rewriting the rules of contemporary R&B. Her collaboration with Kehlani brought her to wider attention, with a queer and sensual one-take video that quickly went viral. Beyond the visuals, it is her voice and the subtle, retro-futurist sheen of her productions that truly set her apart. She says it herself: no one uses autotune quite like she does, but its use is deliberately juxtaposed with organic touches, such as soulful samples and gospel-inspired backing vocals. At the intersection of American heritage and a uniquely personal vision, she emerges as one of the R&B scene’s most compelling new voices.
Stage
Montreux Jazz Lab
R&B
Alternative Pop, Soul, Jazz
