Belfast singer/songwriter Jordan Antetunjiwho scored a viral hit earlier this year with the single “Kehlani,” has signed with 300 Entertainment in North America and Warner Records UK, the labels say Advertising sign.
“Jordan is a generational talent whose music transcends genres,” he said Kevin Lyles, CEO of 300 Entertainment, in a statement. “300 is about recognizing an artist's authentic self and empowering them to share their gifts with the world. We are proud to partner with Jordan's management team and the incredible Warner Records UK family on this artistic journey.”
“Partnering with 300 was a decision based on people and actions for me,” added Adetunji. “When we met Kevin we talked a lot about the meaning of artist development and it felt like a great home to continue our world journey!”
According to a press release, “Kehlani” boasts 25 million streams and 450,000 TikToks to date and has reached No. 3 on the US Shazam chart and has reached the top 10 on the Spotify Viral Chart in several countries, including No. 1 position on the US chart. Kehlani herself posted two TikTok videos in support of the song which garnered more than 5 million views, further raising its profile.
“Making a song about Kehlani was beyond me, her confidence and huge cultural impact is something I adore! I love the confidence,” Adetunji added. “Especially when people do things that put themselves out there, doing things outside the norm and showing huge ambition. When I made the track in my room I posted the clip and when I saw the hype I recorded a new verse and put it all over the place within two days! It made so much sense for me to get this song out as soon as possible.”
Last year, Adetunji independently released his debut EP, ROCK N' RAVEwhich included the singles “YOU & I” and “INVOLVED”.
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