Just Piano

Released in August 2021, Just Piano represents a significant pivot for Vincent Fenton (FKJ). Known primarily as a pioneer of the 'New French House' and a master of live-looping multi-instrumentalism, Fenton used this EP to explore the skeletal foundations of his sound. The project originated from a period of isolation in his studio in the Philippines, where he found himself drawn to the piano as a singular expressive tool during tropical rainstorms. The EP features solo piano reinterpretations of previously released themes alongside new improvisations. Critically, it was noted for its 'felt piano' aesthetic, popularized by artists like Nils Frahm, which emphasizes the mechanical and textural sounds of the instrument. This release solidified FKJ's reputation not just as a producer, but as a serious composer capable of commanding attention without the aid of electronic beats or vocal features. It stands as his most vulnerable and stylistically 'pure' work to date.