The hottest combination of the most current, hottest Chinese stars D.N.A Alliance, led by global superstar Lay Zhang, releases their debut original album ‘D.N.A’ on October 5, 2023. The new music collective consists of the top Mandopop Gen Z stars who have debuted from top Chinese programs, which includes: Champion of ‘‘Sing! China’ Shan Yichun, Vinida Weng from ‘Sing! China’ and ‘The Rap of China’, Danko from ‘The Rap of China’, Boogie Wang from ‘Idol Producer’, GALI from ‘The Rap of China’ and Victor Ma from ‘The Coming One’.
Revolving around the annual theme of ‘love’, D.N.A Music Alliance released their debut single on Valentine’s Day this year. The group made a strong visual statement from the single artwork, emphasising the concept of a “dragon claw holding on to love”. The group has consistently dropped music throughout the years and has accumulated more than 1 billion views, as well as being ranked on QQ Music Top 10 Hip-Hop music chart. At the same time, their music also received strong recommendation by regional media from Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, Philippines, and Taiwan.
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The album incorporates Pop, R&B, and Hip Hop elements, aiming to convey the inclusive and diverse music spirit of the D.N.A Music Alliance. The production team of D.N.A includes top international music producers such as MurdaBeatz (Billboard top rap song producer, Grammy platinum record producer), Soolgothits (Grammy-winning R&B producer), BoogzDaBeast (senior producer of Kanye West’s production company GOOD MUSIC), Grammy-nominated producer YoungDZA, and British Grammy production team FNZ. The powerful lineup of international production teams injects fresh blood into the Alliance’s music works.
D.N.A Music Alliance conveys the concept of “Dragons are Never Afraid of making great things”, and aims to invite talented artists on board to give fans a broader genre of music. With strict requirements and highly talented members joining, the alliance has achieved great results despite debuting less than a year ago. The members revealed that the formation of the alliance was “highly confidential” and that they were feeling excited and curious about the final line-up. They also mentioned that “the first year of debut symbolises a new start of the music collective. They look forward to more upcoming plans.”
Song description:
1. Focus Track: Lay Zhang, GALI, Ziyi Wang, Shan Yichun, LIN – ‘D.N.A Cypher I’ Completed by D.N.A Music Alliance Lay Zhang, GALI, Ziyi Wang, Yichun Shan and LIN. The song is mainly based on R&B style, fused with Hip Hop elements, and is a “D.N.A-style love song” that combines rhythm and atmosphere. The production part was jointly produced by Lay Zhang, Grammy Platinum Record producer MurdaBeatz and senior producer BoogzDaBeast of Kanye West’s production team, and Grammy Award winner FNZ. The arrangement incorporates Murda’s drum rhythm and Kanye West’s production team’s usual melodic tone.
2. Focus Track: Lay Zhang, Danko, Vinida Weng, Victor Ma – ‘D.N.A Cypher II’ Completed by D.N.A Music Alliance Lay Zhang, Danko, Vinida Weng, and Victor Ma . Unlike the soothing R&B style of Cypher I, Cypher II is a more authentic Hip Hop style. The arrangement incorporates the Chinese instrument Matouqin, which is also the M-Pop concept that Lay Zhang has been promoting as a producer. The song’s production, whether it is melody or drumbeat, has a strong personal style of Murda Beatz, and the interpretation of the four musicians fully demonstrates their vocal and creative characteristics. “Traditional art is deeply rooted in our bones, and it deeply engraves national confidence into our D.N.A.”
3. Lay Zhang, Shan Yichun, Victor Ma – ‘All In’
“If I go, All in” conveys everyone’s different understanding of love. Hopefully we all have the courage to feel and discover the love and beauty around us. Without reservation, without fear, is the most romantic expression of love. Presented jointly by Lay Zhang, Yichun Shan, and Victor Ma from the D.N.A Music Alliance, this song focuses on pop music production and integrates rap music elements. It is the first collaborative single released by D.N.A Music Alliance.
4. Victor Ma – ‘Wait For You’
Monologues are also confessions. Since the accidental encounter, love has quietly sprouted in the bottom of my heart. We are stars in the universe separated by light years, but we can be the only one who can understand each other’s souls. I will wait, wait for the infinite proximity of our trajectory, and then explore the secrets of the galaxy with you. D.N.A international production presents. D.N.A trend musician Victor Ma expresses a story about love and waiting.
5. Shan Yichun – ‘Oh lala’
When it comes to expressing love, whether it’s a moment of accelerated heartbeat or a sensation of physical touch, the release of dopamine makes ‘ambiguity’ a fascinating sensation. “Oh la la la” tells the delicate emotional relationship between the couple. At a certain moment, let’s just let it go. Feel love intuitively without worries and restraint. Bijan, multi-platinum record producer from the D.N.A international production team created the production. The combination of R&B style and the highly recognizable vocal characteristics of Yichun Shan, a member of the D.N.A Music Alliance, makes “Oh lala” a perfect balance between laziness, sexiness, and relaxation in the listening experience.
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6. Lay Zhang, Vinida Weng, GALI – ‘Break My Heart’
“Break My Heart” is a monologue about the emotions experienced after a breakup. The emotional gap mixed with bits and pieces of memories related to the other person as the relationship goes from familiarity to unfamiliarity and intimacy to estrangement, “1, 2, 3 no parachute, jump”. After struggling inwardly, it is still necessary to say goodbye to this relationship. “Break My Heart” is presented by D.N.A Music Alliance’s Lay Zhang , Vinida Weng and GALI, this is a romantic and heartbreaking song that combines pop and rap elements.
7. Vinida Weng – ‘What She Said’
“What She Said” tells the complex emotional journey after the end of an intimate relationship, in which the protagonist struggles between reason and emotion. On one hand, she remains calm and detached without revealing her true feelings; on the other hand, her innermost thoughts reveal that she still wants to be with her partner. The dreamy R&B style combined with D.N.A. Music Alliance Vinida Weng’s delicate voice brings you into the emotional story about “What She Said”.
8. GALI – 21 (Ashley)
“She slowly released her hand and faced the wind, when she pressed on the accelerator”, Ashley’s 21st birthday was not so perfect, and her world was full of too much uncertainty, but she still wanted to grasp the moment of beauty. Like the fireflies shining in the night, flowing brilliantly, it is
short-lived but magnificent. Produced by Grammy Award winner soolgothits, in the artistic music expression of D.N.A Music Alliance GALI, let’s feel the broken aesthetic created by “21”.
9. Lay Zhang, Danko, Ziyi Wang – ‘Racks On Me’
“I got tracks on me, I got racks on me.” This song proves the possibility of achieving musical dreams and financial freedom through concrete actions, without the need for extravagant words. The song was produced by platinum record producer Yung Dza and performed by Lay Zhang, Danko, and Ziyi Wang of the D.N.A Music Alliance.
10. Danko –《除了你 Except》
Perhaps the most romantic declaration of love is “except for you”. Amidst the hustle and bustle of the world, with people coming and going, “I don’t care and don’t mind, but except for you”. D.N.A Music Alliance member Danko interprets love from a personal perspective, highlighting the responsibility, companionship, protection, and commitment that come with it. Every day spent with you is worth remembering.
11. Lay Zhang, LIN – ‘UZI’（Bonus Track）
Face challenges and maintain good condition, complete combos, and overlook everything at the peak no matter who the opponent is. Follow the strong rhythm of “UZI” and enter the game together to win MVP. Presented jointly by Lay Zhang, the founder of D.N.A Music Alliance, and LIN, feel the power of “UZI” in a personality-filled flow.
12. Lay Zhang – ‘Right Back’
Every brief separation, I just want to return to your side quickly. “Leaving you is like losing air, uncontrollably missing you” is the simplest and most sincere confession. Lay Zhang , the founder of D.N.A Music Alliance, presents his latest “Lay-style love song,” gently expressing affection: whenever you are tired and look back, I will always be by your side.
