In 2019, the newly formed group Kalush gained wider attention, eventually winning the Eurovision Song Contest. While Oleh’s signature pink hat became iconic, MC Kylymmen often stole the spotlight. While his time with Kalush was marked by Ukrainian rap and breakdancing, his new project, Carpetman, focuses on emotions with English lyrics. Though he keeps much of his personal life under wraps, he’s shared some of his musical influences. If you’re a fan of Icelandic band Kaleo, Californian duo Hippie Sabotage, or British producer Elderbrook, tracks like Feel So Cold, You Will Never Know It, or WalKing Through The Code will likely capture your attention.
Carpetman
Carpetman
Don’t take his music too seriously. Try to think less and feel more as you listen. That’s how Carpetman describes his track What Does It Mean To You, and it’s an approach that resonates across his entire body of work. His songs often draw from blues and soul, so there’s no shortage of emotion. Melodic lines and catchy grooves are a constant in his music, just like his mysterious look with a patterned face. The…