DYLN (version 2)

DYLN
DYLN in an album cover shoot in New York City, 2016
Background information
Birth name	Stephanie Jane Lang
Born	(1988-12-30) December 30, 1988 Nanaimo, British Columbia, Canada
Origin	Vancouver, BC
Genres	Pop, R&B, Electropop, Alternative Pop
Occupation(s)	Singer, Songwriter, Producer
Years active	2016-present
Labels	Independent
Website	http://www.dylnmusic.com/

Stef Lang, also known by her stage name DYLN (pronounced "Dylan"), is a Canadian pop singer-songwriter based in Brooklyn, New York. Her first single “Better Things” premiered March 2nd, 2017 via The Line of Best Fit, a notable music blog based in the United Kingdom. Described as pop with r&b and electronic elements, the blog wrote "DYLN's debut single “Better Things” is sharp, slick electro-pop with a hell of an attitude." Fame magazine described her sound as "A sultry merge of pop, R&B and electronic vibes.”

DYLN -- who's name comes from an all black carbon fiber guitar she named "Dylan" -- had a tradition of naming her instruments. Told that the guitar was unbreakable and able to weather any storm, she crafted songs on “Dylan” during a time she battled depression, keeping the sentiment as her name. The singer announced that her debut EP “Renaissance” will release Fall 2017, featuring songs she wrote and co-produced.

Early Life

Stef Lang was born in 1988 in Nanaimo, on Vancouver Island in British Columbia where she was raised, frequently moving during her upbringing. The divorce of her parents at age 5 prompted her to write letters to her mother in an effort to comfort her during the time of separation. Lang recalls her earliest memories to be a display of heightened arguments between her parents. Lang credits the divorce as the catalyst that made her a songwriter. "I became sensitive and aware of peoples emotions early on. I wrote long letters to make sense of everything for myself. I think the trauma of it made me become a writer because it continues to be my natural way of dealing with things," she states.

Musical Style

The genre of DYLN's music has been described as pop with r&b and electronic undertones. About her songwriting process, the singer says “My philosophy is to write real songs,” often crediting influences like Kid Cudi and Robyn who’s themes of darkness/sadness have molded the fabric of her music. She has stated that she writes about “the nature of my own demons or the complications of love.”

The Brooklyn songstress is also a music producer, often producing songs fully on her own — at talent not often seen. For her unusual skill set, she has been called a "Renaissance Woman". Her musical style remains arty, while standing on the forefront of contemporary mainstream music.

Music blog PressPlayOk referred to her music as having "unforgettable style," then later stated, "Proclaiming this NYC gal as a future pop queen. Not to be missed.” Notable music blog Hillydilly wrote, "You ought to know her new song, 'Better Things.' It’s one pulsating and filled with attitude." It was added to their Songs of The Week playlist. Better Things was also added to Spotify New Music Friday Canada, New Music Friday Sweden, and H&M In Store Music.