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UK imprint Famous When Dead Records keeps their momentum rolling with a solid flow of club-focused cuts fueling dancefloors and climbing charts with every release. The forthcoming collaboration features label head CASH ONLY teaming up with rising West London rapper and vocalist VSTRV (Pronounced ASTRA) for “No Way”, which has been weaving its way into tastemaker sets in advance of its mid-May release.
This signature track showcases the bold artistry propelling the label toward becoming one of this year’s top independent forces. The song dives deep into Afro-inspired rhythms, taking on a resounding Melodic House persona with a succinct driving bassline, punctuated synths interplayed with uplifting piano riffs, and a standout vocal hook. The highly talented VSTRV is known for his raw, genre-blending style actively influenced by R&B, Hip-Hop, and UK-Afro vibes. His lyrics proudly push the song into a crossover single that’s destined to cycle throughout the summer.
Supported by a string of leading players including Don Diablo, Sam Divine, Hector Romero, Shiba San, Soul Central, Re-Tid, and Robert Owens, “No Way” champions themes of resistance, self-assurance, and cutting through the noise. It provides a striking blend of underground House with vocal-driven energy that instantly highlights the synergy between CASH ONLY on production and the lyrical power of VSTRV.
CASH ONLY comments, “This track has been a secret weapon for me over the last 18 months and has evolved over several different versions until we got it to a place that felt right. The final version represents everything I love about this side of House Music. VSTRV is such a talent, and I’m excited to get more of our collabs out soon!”
Since returning to the studio in late 2023, CASH ONLY has been on a sharp rise, with standout releases like ‘Take It Down’ ft Reigns and ‘Holy Water’ ft China Charmeleon hitting #2 on the Afro Chart TS and approaching a million streams. With over 30k monthly listeners and releases on Dvine Sounds, Nervous, and King Street Sounds, he’s fast becoming a global name to watch, backed by a growing DJ career with upcoming sets at Glastonbury, Defected Croatia, Reading, and Parklife.
Famous When Dead Records, co-founded by CASH ONLY and abstract street artist Famous When Dead, has earned a reputation as a launchpad for emerging talent, merging electronic music with visual art through a bold, anti-establishment lens. With past collaborations from artists like Xamount, Konstantin Kobra, and Reigns, the label continues championing creative evolution, now adding VSTRV to its fast-growing roster.
No Way drops on all major streaming platforms May 16th, solidifying CASH ONLY, VSTRV, and Famous When Dead Records as key players in today’s electronic music landscape.
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Released 16/05/25
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