FVXO, also known as Future Vintage XO, returns with Money Is King, the standout lead single from The Blacopia EP, delivering a confident blend of soul, hip hop, and timeless groove. The track feels uplifting and gritty at the same time, grounded in real human emotion and delivered with attitude, clarity, and direction. This is music that moves with purpose, balancing classic soul foundations with a modern urban edge.
Money Is King opens with soulful, groovy samples that immediately set the mood before the beat drops into something far from a standard hip hop rhythm. It is danceable, smooth, and rich in character, leaning into a northern soul and funky soul crossover feel. Classic stabs punch through the mix, strings hover in the background, and the rhythm keeps everything in constant motion. FVXO’s vocal performance is warm, controlled, and direct, telling a story about power, ambition, and the realities of money without losing its musical elegance. The result is a soulful rap performance that feels both nostalgic and fresh, marking a strong and confident moment for hip hop rooted in classic soul traditions.
Serving as the lead single and video from The Blacopia EP, Money Is King introduces a wider project built on vintage hip hop breaks, soul tinged deep house, and urban pop textures. The EP is available exclusively on Bandcamp and showcases a sonic range that moves effortlessly between faster hip hop rhythms and slower, timeless pop driven grooves. The accompanying video presents FVXO in character as an unhinged, almost past his time ghetto pop star, adding a layer of commentary and theatrical edge to the release.
The track is produced by Ghanaian Swiss maestro M.U.S.A, whose smooth, funk drenched production brings strong throwback energy reminiscent of 90s hip hop. Fans of A Tribe Called Quest, Pete Rock, Joey Bada$$, or DJ Premier will immediately recognize the familiar textures, grooves, and soul driven approach that define this sound.
North American singer, songwriter, producer, designer, and performer FVXO, born Dame Rashem Alexander, has spent more than a decade traveling the world while shaping a multidisciplinary creative career that blends music, fashion, and cultural storytelling. His sound is often compared to artists such as Pharrell, Prince, Kaytranada, Frankie Knuckles, D’Angelo, John Legend, and Outkast, reflecting his ability to move fluidly between genres while maintaining a strong sense of identity. Every project he releases is anchored in soul, intention, and originality.
The Blacopia EP highlights the diversity of colors and textures FVXO brings to today’s urban soundscape. Tracks were recorded across Switzerland and Guatemala before being completed at Browstone Studios in Thailand. Throughout his travels as a DJ, singer, and performer, FVXO focused on writing and developing a truly unique fusion of electro soul, deep house, hip hop, and urban pop. Money Is King stands as a defining moment within that journey, a confident statement piece that bridges eras while pushing forward with style and purpose.
Listen to Money Is King on Bandcamp:
https://futurevintage.bandcamp.com/track/money-is-king-3
Official website:
https://www.futurevintagexo.com/
