Ylang Ylang

Released in late 2019, Ylang Ylang represents a pivotal shift in Vincent Fenton's (FKJ) discography. Following the global success of his debut album and viral live sessions, Fenton retreated to a remote studio in the Philippines for several months. This isolation profoundly impacted the music, resulting in an EP that is significantly more ambient and introspective than his previous funk-driven output. The title refers to the fragrant flower native to the region, and the music mirrors this botanical theme through its organic textures and use of environmental field recordings. Critically, the EP was praised for its maturity and its ability to maintain FKJ's signature groove while exploring more complex, melancholic emotional territories. It serves as a bridge between his early beat-making days and the more sophisticated, composition-heavy style seen in his later full-length works.