Yuns
Storyteller
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Yuns is a story-telling rapper with a flurry of hot beats behind his rhymes. His fluidic use of vocabulary and intensively vivid portrayal of the world make him an absolutely stunning lyricist.
tracks
- 1 Hold My Head High
- 2 Take Me Away (Feat. Chosen)
- 3 Breathe & Stop (Feat. Tiffany Wilson)
- 4 Hands Up
- 5 Radio (Feat. Dante Thomas)
- 6 Hip Hop Love Song
- 7 She's Gone (Feat. Mycle Wastman)
- 8 After The Rain
- 9 All Of Me (Feat Tiffany Wilson)
- 10 Fame
- 11 Good Foot (Feat. Hypnotik)
- 12 Changes (Feat. Tiffany Wilson)
- 13 Red Wine (Feat. Angwish)
- 14 The Way That It Is
- 15 Mexico
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ARTIST BIO:
In the midst of a hip-hop era cluttered by Southern crunk hits and surrounded by the West Coast gangster rap sound, there has arisen something new.
Something Different.
His name is Yuns, and his smoothly rhythmic delivery and articulate lyrics represent the new cutting edge in hip-hop. Refusing to follow any trends, Yuns slices his own path, telling personal stories and social observations in an honest yet positive manner. Part storyteller, part poet, Yuns - "The Verbal Architect" - narrates his stories with a flurry of scorching hot beats behind his rhymes. His fluidic use of vocabulary and intensely vivid portrayal of the world make him an absolutely stunning lyricist. With each verse Yuns lays down the foundation of a hit. Each lyric seems to have been intricately placed in order to create vivid imagery in every song. Whether it is down the path of hip-hop; in the bedroom with a freak of the opposite sex; or at the bar of a nightclub, each track takes the listener on an eventful ride through the mind of Yuns and places you in the front row seat of the world through his eyes. The gloom and doom that often characterizes hip-hop has been ripped away; Yuns has torn open the curtains, letting the sunlit rays of optimism and good vibrations beam through. It's no surprise, then, that industry professionals have dubbed him "the Dave Matthews of hip-hop." Unmatched in his genre, he is the messiah of a long dead region in need of a representative.
With a genuine talent for writing catchy, radio-friendly hooks, and producing top quality songs, Yuns has transformed the stagnant state of Northwest hip-hop, setting it ablaze with his presence. Not since the early days of Nirvana has Seattle seen an artist with the charisma, poise, and star quality of Yuns.
Currently Yuns is receiving massive regional acclaim throughout the Northwest for his new album Storyteller. With a complete live band experience, Yuns stage show has been compared to that of the Roots or the Black Eyed Peas. Yuns first single “Radio” featuring Dante Thomas received rotation on several commercial and non-commercial radio stations around the country including: KUBE/Seattle, KMIH/Seattle, KVTI/Tacoma, KFFM/Yakima, KHHK/Yakima, KWIN/Stockton, KZMG/Boise, WNOV/Milwaukee, KOHT/Tucson and XHTO/El Paso.
No nonsense, No garbage.
His name is Yuns.
And He Is The TRUTH!
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Storyteller
author: ChantellLoved receiving it, i had waited a long time to find the cd. Meant alot to finally be able to listen to it, great cd. Thank you!
- author: Miss Darlynn
I do so much love this cd the music is dance able !! I love the fact he didn't need the bad words to say what he needed !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Sick beats! Must have album!!
author: www.cdbaby.com/cd/rhhbmisterSick beats! Must have album!!
Soul, no formula...
author: RozzvilleMansion.comThis is real ish that everyone can feel. The singing is on point and when he goes to spittin' it goes over well. Production quality is industry standard. No hate over here, do that sh%$ do that sh@#.
Not only hot ~ Great music too!
author: CarrieI really liked this cd, and the tone of the music. I liked the positive message, and his realistic views. I heard Hands Up on the radio - which prompted me to get his CD - and the rest of the songs are just as good as that one. :)
The relief here is that no one in Seattle appears to have a beef
author: Derek BlackmonSeattle is more closely associated with Grunge, good coffee and rain than it is with hip hop, but if 33rd Street Records’ latest ingénue Yuns has his way, that could all change. Mixing mellow, rhythmic beats with positive upbeat lyrics, Storyteller is a rock solid collection featuring appearances by Tiffany Wilson and Mycle Wastman. His experience as a seasoned producer shows in tracks like the opener “Hold My Head High” and “Radio.” The latter, featuring Dante Thomas, is a scorching reflection of bad times long passed. These two tracks alone could make this album a competitor, hands down. Considering that mainstream hip-hop is dominated from week to week by whoever has the trendiest method of cross-promoting their clothing line, it’s with open arms that we should accept the Northwest scene into the fold. The relief here is that no one in Seattle appears to have a beef, so there’s more time to focus on the real material rather than pulling flashy drive-bys at a Starbuck’s in a rainstorm. Plus a turf war would look a bit silly if it involved one of those little espresso cups. Karma and conviction play key roles in “After the Rain,” Yuns reverence to those who stood by and supported him before success finally reared its head. Yuns is good for the attitude of the genre. That optimism is missing from a lot of our music today, and it’s certainly welcomed here. The most unique aspect to this whole album is how steady the rhythms are. This is most apparent on “She’s Gone,” where they seem more flush and firm, unlike the canned sound of L.A.-styled drum layers. “The Way That It Is” addresses the same theme of Gil Scott-Heron’s “The Bottle” with a more modern edge and a chorus delivered in a slow Snoop groove. Hip-hop is the hottest genre in music today, and its clear there’s room for more optimism and less scantily clad uber-hunks raising our children. Yuns has the potential to lead a new generation to the forefront. Let’s just hope Clear Channel doesn’t find out and try to destroy him.
Storyteller - review -
author: Si AuraNot much to say in my review except this is very unique. That instrument with his voice is trouble for the charts. Keep doin it big Yuns. www.cdbaby.com/si5
With a unique sound and blue collar attitude
author: Jonathan "Santo" WilliamsWith a unique sound and blue collar attitude, local MC Yuns, brings a little bit of Memphis to Seattle, WA. Yuns, aka Bill Yuns, aka William Osborn, has returned to the streets with his new album, Storyteller. Along the lines of Everlast, Yuns brings it Hip Hop, with a blues twist. Backed by production from the Northwest Kings, each song features live instrumentation, with extra focus on the guitar. Storyteller's first single "Hand's up," is a perfect example of how Yuns decided to go with a down home feel, spitting lyrics over melodic guitar strums and a slow tempo. Breaking away from the current trend of Hip Hop's "bling era," Yuns talks about things the average "9-5 joe," goes through on a daily basis. Don?t get it twisted though, because Yuns has a few nail biters on the album, such as "Mexico," which is similar to R. Kelly's "Trapped in the closet." "Breathe and stop," is another one of the CD's bangers, and will most likely find it's way into DJ crates nationwide. Not just rapping because it's the "thing to do," Yuns has an obvious respect for music, and each story proves his love for rhyme. Support your local artists ya'll! (especially when they're comin' correct!)
Yuns can tell a great story
author: Pedro HernandezThe term "storyteller" used to be a nice way for East Coast rap fans to say that they thought rappers from other regions had no lyrics. I remember countless times cats like Scarface and 8Ball were described as "good storytellers" by publications, as if saying that they lacked the lyrical skills (battle skills) that were so popular in the 1990s, but at least they could tell a story. The truth is that Face and Ball are outstanding storytellers and great rappers overall. And being a great storyteller takes much more than being able to rap, it takes lyrical skill to paint a vivid picture, especially when painting a picture you've only seen in your mind. I say this just to make it clear that when I call Yuns a great storyteller, it's not a bullshit statement. Yuns can tell a great story, and he obviously knows it. "Storyteller: The Chronicles of William Osborn" is a solid album by an emcee who shows unusual storytelling skills and unusual compassion and insight on the mic. It's hard to describe Yuns style as it's a bit different from any that are out right now. His production is filled with smooth guitars and pianos over laid back beats. It's almost like soft rock meets country meets rap. Lyrically, Yuns can't be classified as being a specific type of rapper. He brags at times, but is not a battle rapper, he talks about killing a man, but he's not a gangsta rapper, and he spends a lot of time addressing the ladies, but he's no Bow Wow either. Yuns is human. That's the best description for him. He's human, like you and me, and his album reflects that 100% . "Hold My Head High" is an uplifting, yet laid back, anthem that finds Yuns shaking off the haters and offering words of wisdom. The fact that he rhymes "thang" with "thang" on the hook holds the song back a bit, but otherwise it's a great track. "Radio" finds Yuns reflecting on a relationship that has fallen apart and declaring his love for his kids and family even through the drama. "She's Gone" is probably the album's best track as Yuns describes his first meeting with a woman, but the track has a twist that shows off Yuns' storytelling skills. Even when Yuns talks about killing a man on "Mexico," it's only in reference to catching his wife cheating, which while I don't condone any murder, is a sentiment that I'm sure many men and women can relate to. "Storyteller" is a good album a cut above most of today's releases in both concept and quality. Yuns isn't afraid to address topics that most rappers would see as "soft" and he does it in a way that anyone can relate to. He can even manage to put himself in other's shoes and tell stories about events he may not have actually experienced. He's a great storyteller and doesn't limit himself to the topics that dominate today's rap game. Yuns is just a regular guy struggling to make it by, something anyone can relate to. His honesty is commendable, but the fact that he has talent to match is what truly sets him apart.
Yuns is carving his own identity
author: Michael SuttonBeing in Ground Zero of the Seattle music scene in the late ‘80s before its subsequent eruption, I can safely say that there was no rap underground to speak of in the area outside of Sir Mix-A-Lot, who didn’t mind – or perhaps had no choice but to – cross over in the alternative arena, hanging out with bands such as Metal Church. There is actually more to the Seattle sound than simply grunge, which was true even back then. Yuns, signed to 33rd Street Records in California, is the first Pacific Northwest hip-hop artist to stake a claim in the Emerald City since Mix, who lost his footing after his only nationwide hit. Neither West Coast nor East Coast in style, Yuns is carving his own identity. Introducing yourself to the rap world with an acoustic guitar is certainly ballsy move, which Yuns does on “Hold My Head High,” and it fits into the Seattle philosophy: We don’t care what you think. Although Yuns is more commercial than the rockers who put the Space Needle on MTV, his sense of independence is just as solid. There’s none of mindless negativity and graphic violence of cookie-cutter hip-hop here. “Breathe & Stop” is absolutely lovely, which is an odd description for a rap tune; however, it’s true. Because they’re both white and feature guitars, comparisons to Everlast are inevitable. And while Yuns might coral some of the former House of Pain member’s fans because of that, his music is decidedly optimistic.
- author: Kyrby Raine
Hailing from the Pacific Northwest, Yuns is delivering a radically different flavor to hip-hop, one with an emphasis on enjoying life to its fullest, but not through drugs or violence. Yes, there are less extreme rap artists out there -- Will Smith probably being the safest -- but they're not aiming for the streetwise cred that Yuns is seeking here. And he certainly gets it, too. The laid-back acoustic guitar that propels the opening cut, "Hold My Head High," makes a statement: This is not your ordinary hip-hop album. While it's true that Everlast was also a white rapper, like Yuns, who combined a folksy sensibility with hip-hop, he was more blues than rap. That's not the same with Yuns. This is a hip-hop record, folks, not some weirdo Beck experiment. As with many contemporary rap albums, this LP has its share of guests, the most artistically pleasing being Tiffany Wilson, whose sweet R&B cooing adds a palpable sensuality to these tracks, namely the stunningly pretty "Breathe & Stop" and "All of Me." The production is slick enough for radio but not too tame for the underground. Yuns is doing a balancing act here, shouldering the worlds of indie hip-hop and commercial rap, finding the line between cutting edge and mass acceptance. It's a courageous move, especially for somebody so young and virtually unknown.
You can't judge a book by its cover
author: Adam HarringtonYou can't judge a book by its cover, as the cliche goes. However, one look at Yuns' "Storyteller" CD - the portrait of the white rapper in a straw hat - is enough to let you know that he isn't packing a .45. "Storyteller" redefines contemporary hip-hop; it breaks the rules while still fitting within the framework or accepted commercial sounds of the genre. On one level, "Storyteller" is genuinely good pop music; "Hands Up" and "Radio" are among the catchiest tracks you'll hear from any musical style this year. On another level, it's a brave piece of work, flowing with a healthy, love thy neighbor attitude that has been completely lacking from rap. Yuns sounds nothing like his contemporaries, black or white; his rhyming style is upbeat and melodic, and it'll remind you of no one. At a time when rap has been plagued by a cookie-cutter mentality, Yuns has ignored the formula of his peers to venture on his own. "So happy to be alive," exclaims Yuns on "Hands Up," and it's sentiment that feels revolutionary in hip-hop. No violent angst, no petty jealousies, no grim portrait of the present or future. There's this theme of hope that drifts through the tracks; even on a tune that could've been somber like "After the Rain," Yuns comforts listeners with "Everything's going to be alright." What a change of pace that is! The Pacific Northwest isn't known for its rappers; one wonders how much of a hip-hop scene there is in Seattle. But this wonderfully crafted and emotionally calming record just might change all that.