Einer Bankz
Einer Bankz is a ukulele player and producer from the San Francisco Bay Area. He is known for his viral videos with rappers where he plays the ukulele as the artists rap a cappella. He has created acoustic content with artists such as Chance the Rapper, 6ix9ine, YG, Jhene Aiko, Kodak Black, Ski Mask the Slump God, Flatbush Zombies, Trippie Redd and others.[1]
Career
Einer started his career after Snoop Dogg reposted one of his videos, causing his first ukulele cover version to go viral.[2]
His production credits include tracks for artists such as Mozzy and Iamsu!. He also produced Louisiana artist Fredo Bang's hit single "Oouuh".[3] In 2017, Bankz released his debut album Uke Nukem, after securing a deal with Empire Distribution. Uke Nukem holds features from over 50 artists, including Mozzy and J-Diggs.[4]
In Early 2018, Mass Appeal released a short documentary about Einer and where he plans to take his movement. The short also featured Lil Durk. He also made an appearance on the KMEL radio morning show, and discussed how he orchestrates these collaborations.[5]In August 2018, the New York Times featured his video with Florida rapper Project Youngin in their weekly playlist writeup.[6]
References
- ^ Chesman, Donna-Claire. "Your Favorite Rappers are going Viral Rhyming to Einer Bankz Ukelele". XXL.
- ^ Mahadevan, Tara. "Here's Chance the Rapper Spitting With Hip-Hop Ukelele Guy Einer Bankz". Complex. Complex.
- ^ "Einer Bankz Is Making Viral Ukulele Videos With Your Favorite New Rappers". PigeonsandPlanes (Interview). Retrieved 2018-04-30.
- ^ Johnson, Cherise. "This Hip-Hop Playing Ukulele Star Turned Viral Videos Into A Legit Music Career". Uproxx. Uproxx.
- ^ Rosenhaus, Max. "Bay Area Hip Hop Ukelele Beast Einer Bankz talks Meeting Tekashi 6ix9ine". 106 KMEL. Iheart Radio.
- ^ Caramanica, Jon (19 August 2018). "The Playlist: Ariana Grande Shows Her Heart, and 8 More New Songs". NY Times Inc. New York Times. Retrieved 6 October 2018.