Burna Boy Just Dropped a Surprise Joint EP With DJDS

The artist proves just how versatile he is on "Steel & Copper," a new joint EP with producer duo DJDS.

Burna Boy Just Dropped a Surprise Joint EP With DJDS
"Steel & Copper" EP Cover

Burna Boy has teamed up with American producer duo DJDS to drop a new,surprise EP 'Steel & Copper."

"Steel & Copper," sees Burna Boy proving his unparalleled versatility once again as he raps and harmonizes throughout the 4-track EP, showing he can hold his weight outside of his usual "afrofusion" sound as well.

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DJDS, who have previously worked with Kanye West on his Life of Pablo album, offer stuttering, bass-heavy production on the EP. Particularly on tracks like "Thugging" and the grime-leaning "34." The duo released the album Big Wave More Firelast year, which featured artists like Vic Mensa, Khalid, The Dream and more.

Burna Boy, who's already having a massive 2019, dropped the Zlatan-assisted banger "Killin' Dem" earlier this year, and his latest single "Dangote" shortly after. The artists is also set to begin the US-based African Giant Tour this April, with includes a stop at the Coachella music festival.

Listen to 'Steel & Copper" below.

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