Interview: http://truantsblog.com/2020/truancy-volume-260-shyboi
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Soundcloud: @djshyboi
Everything SHYBOI seemingly touches is delivered intuitively and with intent. Her sets may not be planned, but they feed off the crowd’s energy in a sort of unspoken symbiotic exchange. She may also casually mention a documentary she’s worked on, without letting the audience in on the fact it’s been several years in the making following a decade of research. SHYBOI maintains both an air of mystery and a gravitational charm; her modestly and intellect undeniable through social media. In a club atmosphere, her sets are pure rapture, delivering catharsis in the way of provocative vocals, enrapturing beats, and an intoxicating energy that demands physicality. In the art world, she explores women empowerment, marginalized bodies, her Jamaican heritage, and the power of queer expression. Through both her involvement with Discwoman and her solo work, SHYBOI has consistently pushed boundaries and broken barriers to give queer black women more of a voice in this world, and we’re honored to share her high-powered mix and personal thoughts. Dubbed “the SHYBOI experience,” Truancy Volume 260 is both raucous and liberating, and we hope brings you a moment of relief and release during this incredibly difficult time. Just as the opening line of her mix playfully teases, “y’all ain’t ready!”
