“Kroyan’s new single, “Yekaye,” is seriously something else. It’s like a trip through different soundscapes, blending Afro-house rhythms with these cool, progressive beats and organic sounds. You’ve got this awesome mix of tribal grooves, really dreamy vocals, and sparkly synths that give the track this energy but also this thoughtful vibe.
Right from the start, “Yekaye” grabs you with its detailed percussion and this smooth, flowing bassline that just keeps things moving. Then these synths and arpeggios weave in and out, adding this light, almost magical feel. It really takes you somewhere else.
What’s really cool is how the song develops. It’s almost six minutes long, but it never feels boring because it’s always shifting and changing, with these subtle shifts in sound and texture. It’s definitely got that Afrobeat groove that makes you want to move, but it also has these moments where you just want to chill and think.
Kroyan’s not afraid to push boundaries, and you can hear it in this track. It really shows his idea that music has no limits. Whether you’re dancing, walking around, or just relaxing, “Yekaye” just connects with you. It’s a great way for Kroyan to kick things off, and it makes you really excited to hear what else he has coming.”
Listen to Yekaye
Follow Kroyan on
What does the name Yekaye mean and how does it relate to the themes of the songs?
I actually came up with the word Yekaye myself, as I sang a small part of the word Yekaye yekaye (letters and sounds I came up with) while creating the track and of course I decided to call it that.
How would you describe the mood and style of Yekaye to someone who is hearing it for the first time? A cheerful yet soft African style that makes you beat your heart out and makes you move and breathe easily.
Were there any challenges or surprises while creating the single?
During the creation I was thinking about making it lighter without synthesizers and sequencers) But still decided to develop and of course, like many producers, I thought for a long time about the final sound and I had 5 versions of the sound, in the end I left this sound) the main problem is deciding which version to publish).
What message or emotion do you think listeners will take away from Yekaye?
First of all, they will feel the rhythm and soft voice that creates a mood and an atmosphere of lightness, comfort, the growing sounds of sequencers and arpeggios that create a wave that subsides after a storm) I would like to convey with this composition the feeling of goodness, peace and dancing on the seashore
Is Yekaye a separate release or part of a larger project, such as an upcoming album or mini-album EP?
Individual approach
I decided to release singles to understand the audience’s reaction and how music critics, bloggers and ordinary listeners will perceive it, while I look at what the female audience likes more. I am preparing an album where I combine Afro classical and electro, I have been working on the album for 2 months, but I may release an EP.
In my future releases you can hear operatic Satvki, classical instruments, orchestra mixed with electronic sounds and African elements, it is difficult to explain in words, but I am working on the sound quality after creating a composition, it takes a lot of time for the best result in my opinion. I have big plans because I now sit at the keyboard a lot and spend all my time in the studio eating and sleeping)).
How do you manage to maintain a balance between being true to your style and experimenting with new sounds?
Honestly, I don’t have such a specific style, I experiment more and look for something new, create and try to be different, which is why I often get rejections from labels that need exactly what they already have 300 releases, they demand a similar 301, but I experiment trying to keep the style trends and my ideas
What can fans expect from you in the near future?
In the near future, the single Ofsanna will be released together with the Armenian female choir, where I mix Afro house and Armenian folk song.
