Arz - Age Like Wine (Official Video)
As we gear up for the release of his forthcoming project, the UK’s championed rap riser Arz has shared his latest single, “Age Like Wine”. Maintaining the drive of his beloved lo-fi sound, “Age Like Wine” follows his June drop “Lickback” alongside newcomer Laicostina. Recently hosting a sold-out event in collaboration with designer clothing brand, BAPE, Arz is preparing for another pivotal year in his career as he gears up for his forthcoming project.
Best known for his lyrical substance, Arz has created formidable recognition for his use of vulnerability and emotion throughout his penmanship. Forming songs that detail the intricacies of love, both good and bad, the star-in-waiting has done exactly that with “Age Like Wine”. Exploring a relationship between two people that although may show its cracks occasionally, will stand the test of time due to the strong foundations built beneath the surface. Housing an ambient production courtesy of renowned UK producer Bkay [FKA Twigs, Jorja Smith, Central Cee, J Hus] the accompanying music video ties the story behind the track seamlessly.
Speaking on the release Arz stated, “‘Age like wine’ is one of them ones for real. Bkay on the production who absolutely snapped. It was sick to take a producer known for his drill sound and collaborate on something lighter and softer with him. This song is one of my favourites from the tape because of how smooth and introspective it is, the concept of two people ageing like fine wine. The idea of a journey between two people that isn’t necessarily straight forward but the bond is so strong regardless you know where you’re heading. The video represents that. We worked with MLN and Bape for the first time which was super dope. We incorporated younger versions of me and the actor in the music video for the first time to really bring the whole story/journey together.”
Finding a spot of virality back in 2021 with his platinum single “Alone With You” that reached number 25 in the UK Singles Chart, the 20-year-old artist has amassed a substantial fanbase that reaches global recognition. Well known for his lyrical intricacy surrounding love and relationships, Arz’s use of lo-fi beats and sample-woven production has set him apart from the rest, pushing him to the forefront of Black British music. Curiosity got the better of him from a young age, falling in love with the craft when freestyling with his friends for fun Arz was encouraged to take his talent a step further and eventually dropped out of college to pursue his dream of becoming a house-hold name.
Gaining further support from Complex UK, COLORS, Wonderland, GRM Daily, Mixtape Madness, Music Week, Clash Magazine, New Wave Magazine, Acclaim, and the continued supports of BBC Radio 1Xtra (DJ Target), Kiss Fresh (Ellie Prohan), Capital XTRA (DJ Semtex), who relentlessly endeavour to champion his unrivalled lyricism, Arz continues to cement himself as one of London’s hottest artists. Featured in Spotify’s ‘Free Form’, ‘Rap UK’, ‘It’s Lit!’, ‘New Music Friday’, ‘A1’ ‘+44 Rap’, and ‘Hip-Hop Mixtape’ playlists, Arz has also attained further support from Apple in their ‘UK Rap’, ‘Mood’, ‘New Fire’, and ‘New Music Daily’ lists as well as Audiomack’s ‘Calm’ playlist. To his 612,000 monthly Spotify listeners, it’s evident that Arz’s growth and determination speaks for itself as he continues to surpass each release. With a headline tour around the UK and Australia at the end of the year, alongside a recent sold-out event in collaboration with designer brand BAPE, the trailblazer is becoming a force to be reckoned with.