After 15 years of making music as one half of Krewella, Yasmine Yousaf is entering a new chapter with yyousaf, her solo project launching October 30 with the debut single “BODIES IN THE CLUB.” Driven by edgy bass production, rave-inspired energy, and Yousaf’s intoxicating vocals, the track offers the first look at a creative direction that gives the artist room to explore a more personal side of her musical identity.
Written, recorded, and produced entirely by Yousaf, “BODIES IN THE CLUB” introduces the sound and perspective behind yyousaf. After more than 15 years in the music industry, one question has continued to weigh on her: Where are the people with any integrity? Drawing from her own experiences, Yousaf channels that disillusionment into music that encourages listeners to look closer, question what they see, and find the courage to speak up.
The project brings together a range of influences that have shaped her over the years, from polished pop melodies and indie-sleaze bloghouse to emo and electronic music. Rather than chasing a particular sound or audience, Yousaf is embracing the styles that helped define her relationship with music in the first place.
She describes the ...