MICHAËL BRUN PRESENTS:
FAMI VOL. 1
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Global hitmaker and Haitian powerhouse Michaël Brun has curated a brand new project titled FAMI VOL. 1 — a collection of released singles and collaborations from Michael’s catalog that celebrates and spotlights unity, culture and the global sound of the diaspora.
Known for his genre-blending production and visionary collaborations, the Haitian DJ and producer brings together an electrifying lineup of artists from around the world —including J Balvin, John Legend, Becky G, Bounty Killer, Beenie Man, Saint Levant, and more — for a sonic journey rooted in connection and community. FAMI, meaning “family” in Haitian Creole, is both a love letter to Brun’s heritage and a bold statement of how music can transcend borders, blending afrobeats,dancehall, reggaeton, R&B, and Kompa into one cohesive, culture-shifting body of work. The project is available now across DSPs via https://michaelbrun.lnk.to/FAMIVOL1.
Speaking on the project, Michaël Brun adds: “FAMI is derived from the Kreyol word for family. These songs took me on a journey around the world and created sonic bridges from Haiti to the global diaspora. I am honored to have collaborated with some of my favorites artists and I’m so proud of this body of work. I hope every song transports you to the summer.”
The project also spotlights a diverse range of rising voices, including Naïka on the sultry “Agua,” Stalk Ashley and Kojey Radical on the hypnotic “Closer,” and Shirazee on the gorgeous “Elevate.” Caribbean and Afrobeat influences pulse through tracks like “Charge It” and “Sak Pase” to the soul-stirring “Safe” with John Legend and Rutshelle, Brun’s production curation is a celebration of rhythm, heritage, and innovation and affirms his place at the forefront of global music, amplifying diasporic voices and uniting listeners across borders.
FAMI VOL. 1 TRACKLIST:
1. Jessica (with J Perry, Saint JHN, Charly Black & J Balvin)
2. Coming Your Way (with Anne-Marie & Becky G)
3. Touchdown (with J Balvin, Beenie Man, Bounty Killer & Tasan)
4. Agua (with Naïka)
5. Closer (with Stalk Ashley & Kojey Radical)
6. Elevate (with Shirazee)
7. Charge It (with Masego, Jozzy & Bayka)
8. Sak Pase (with Saint Levant & Lolo Zouaï)
9. Shut Up & Dance (with King Promise, KES & Anthony Ramos)
10. Clueless (with Oxlade)
11. Safe (with John Legend & Rutshelle)
12. Oh Ah (with Cimafunk & Paul Beaubrun)
FAMI VOL. 1 arrives on the heels of Michaël Brun’s stirring BAYO at Brooklyn’s iconic Barclays Center, a historic moment that saw thousands come together to celebrate Caribbean music and culture on a massive stage including newly minted frontrunner for New York City mayor, Zohran Momdani [content available here]. The festival will continue its run to Boston, MA and Montreal, Canada this August — tickets for which are available now via https://www.michaelbrun.com/#/live.
The energy and spirit of BAYO flow directly into FAMI VOL. 1, extending the celebration from the stage to speakers worldwide—solidifying Brun’s role not just as a producer, but as a cultural curator and unifier on the global music scene.
ABOUT MICHAËL BRUN:
Michaël Brun was born and raised in Port-au-Prince and is one of the biggest Haitian voices in music today. Throughout his career he has continually shone a light on the country’s rich culture and history, viewing his career in music as a way to give back to the community that raised him. Throughout the years he has worked with an astonishing list of global superstars, including J Balvin, Oxlade, King Promise, Buju Banton, Victoria Monét, Becky G and many more. Accolades throughout his career include hundreds of millions of streams across platforms, winning a Latin GRAMMY for his work with J Balvin, an official in-game jersey in EA FC24 and press support across a wide range of mainstream and tastemaker outlets. A key signifier of Michaël’s communal spirit within music is his annual BAYO block party, which started 9 years ago as a spur of the moment free party in Haiti – less than 50 people in attendance. Year on year the party has grown, bringing in thousands of revellers and was last year held at Brooklyn’s Prospect Park. BAYO, translated to English means “to give” and the party is a celebration of Caribbean culture in all forms. Through the years, many of Michaël’s collaborators have made surprise appearances at BAYO, and fans have been stunned by performances from the likes of Oxlade, Masego, Maxwell, J Balvin and more. This year marked his first ever arena takeover, and biggest event to date, when BAYO reached the Barclays Center on 28th June, showcasing Haitian and Caribbean culture on one of America’s most significant stages.