After his recent Bicep and Fred Again..-influenced track ‘One Touch’, Ian Ring is back with another dancefloor honker.
Cork producer Ian Ring aka Boku makes electronic music as Boku, and has a knowledge of club dynamics and production that is of an enviable quality.
After ‘One Touch’, new song ‘About You’ draws on 2-step and house music sounds, with an urgent percussive element and twisted vocal samples. It’s got big UK rave vibes, and is released officially tomorrow October 13th.
Boku is building on recent BBC Radio 1 Dany Howeard support.
About Boku
Boku, also known as Ian Ring, is a burgeoning Irish musician who has been actively releasing his own unique take on electronic dance music. With a career that began as part of the electro-pop duo Young Wonder, consisting of Ring and fellow Cork native Rachel Koeman, Boku has evolved into a solo artist making waves in the music industry. His recent work has seen him working for artists such as Denise Chaila, LF System, and Talos, showcasing his versatile production skills and collaborative spirit. Over time, Ian has garnered the attention of renowned entities in the industry, with support from labels including Sony, Ultra Records, Universal Music Group, and Warner Music and Choice Prize nominations. His unique sound and artistic vision have caught the ear of BBC Radio 1, further solidifying his status as an emerging talent in the electronic music scene.
In addition, Boku recently signed with Minds on Fire, a prominent music publisher known for its dedication to nurturing talent. This partnership further underscores Boku’s growing prominence as an artist to watch. Boku recently scored an Adidas All Blacks advertisement, further exemplifying his growing prominence as a sought-after artist.
With his distinct creative vision and innovative sound, Boku continues to captivate audiences and push boundaries in the world of electronic dance music.
“About You” is available for streaming on all major platforms on October 13th.
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Niall Byrne is the founder of the most-influential Irish music site Nialler9, where he has been writing about music since 2005 . He is the co-host of the Nialler9 Podcast and has written for the Irish Times, Irish Independent, Cara Magazine, Sunday Times, Totally Dublin, Red Bull and more. Niall is a DJ, founder of Lumo Club, club promoter, event curator and producer of gigs, listening parties & events in Dublin.