Young León

Yes, you read the Buzzfeed-esque, Zoomer headline — as cheesy and clichéd as it may seem, Young León and Charcuterie really do have an excellent ability conjure vibes that cannot be described in any way other than “beachy” and “summer-y.” Never has this been more evident than on their new, aptly-named single “Coastal Café,” which dropped on July 10.


“With everything going on right now, we wanted to provide an outlet to recharge the mind, and hopefully give out what we’d consider a cheap vacation from the everyday life of now,” Young León told American Songwriter. León is the vocalist of the duo and Charcuterie provides the production and beats. Despite their creative partnership being less than a year old, the duo has instantly clicked and the effortlessness of their collaboration is apparent on the track.

“We make music for ourselves and friends,” León said. “We put it out for anyone who wants to listen. I write my best when I’ve spent time out with friends during the weekend enjoying the outdoors. Being able to combine the experiences into a song only provides us the most upbeat and vibe’n content. A nice view from the studio also helps!”


With an indie-pop-esque soundscape, “Coastal Café” features a series of plucky samples, warm melodic hooks and León’s glossy vocals. The feel-good style of the song is reminiscent of the summer blockbuster indie-pop hits from the Obama-era — perhaps a purposeful nod, considering that Young León and Charcuterie were hoping to offer a blissful escape of sorts.

“The lyrics depict a budding couple embarking on a much-needed vacation to the city coastline and getting lost in each other’s ways,” León said. “If we can cheer people up for two minutes during this song in these unprecedented times, that’s all we can ask for.” - America Songwriter

Seattle based duo Young León and Charcuterie have released seven songs together since their initial collaboration back in 2019. Their most recent release, “Sippn’,” features a laid-back, relaxed vibe. This new single comes after their previous release, “Coastal Café.” “Sippn’” is the type of song you play with the windows down in your car while you drive down to the beach with the salty sea air coming through.

We had the chance to sit down with 1/2 of Young León and Charcuterie to talk about their new release, how they’ve been passing the time, as well as what they look forward to doing when the time is right and it’s safe to resume everyday, normal life.

For our readers who are unfamiliar with yourselves, can you tell us a little about yourselves and how you all started this musical endeavor?

Young León: “Charcuterie (Aaron) and I have actually been friends since middle school. It wasn’t until last year, summer, we had a few friends over who requested I play one of my songs off Soundcloud. Given the positive response from our friends, he hit me up that we should make music together. He promised to make compelling beachy beats while I bring in the lyrics and vocals!“

This new release, “Sippn’,” can you take us through the creative process? What is the meaning behind the song?

YL: “Charcuterie had sent me Sippn’ back in winter. I woke up and played it on my 6am walk to work through Seattle and immediately grasped a chorus and hook. Sometimes a beat just hits you like that, where you vibe with the track so much it just comes to you. I wanted the song to describe a summer evening in Seattle, providing nostalgic, yet energetic feel.”

What inspired your guys’ sound? If you could sum up your guys’ sound in a sentence or so, what would you describe it as?

YL: “A lot of the sound stems from punk rock bands like Green Day / Blink 182 / Beach Boys as well as artists like Kid Cudi, Slightly Stoopid, and Shwayze. In one sentence I’d say, ‘We make music for your beach.”’”

COVID-19 has thrown the world a curveball. What have you guys’ been doing to pass time and keep busy?

YL: “Just been making content! Been spending a lot of time connecting with fans on social media. Made a few TikToks...”

If you could make a small quarantine playlist with your current favorite songs, what would be on the playlist?

YL: “Anything Tame Impala, Dominic Fike — throw in some Electric Guest and Goth Babe.”

What are you guys looking forward to most once the world gets back to “normal?”

YL: “Our first live show!! So many releases to come, we wanna perform!“

If someone who had never listened to you guys and came to your Spotify page, what song would you want them to listen to first?

YL: “I think Sippn’ may be our favorite song. It’s our most professional sounding and really shows the vibe we’re going for. ‘High Tides’ and ‘Yawny’ are a good second and third.”

How would you want fans to listen to your new music if they could create the perfect listening setting?

YL: “Oh man, some songs — perfect for a sunset! Others are great for a party. I imagine listening to Sippn’ on the beach, playing volleyball with a few hard seltzers. Just positive flow.”



To finish this up, do you have a message for your supporters? And do you have a message for those who have yet to discover you?

YL: “As you guys know 2020 has been a ride so far. No matter the work you do (whether it’s work from home, you’re an essential worker, protesting, business owner, etc.) we just want to remind people with our music the importance to recharge before heading back into the groove. We’re lucky enough to keep releasing new music and will continue to bring the fiya.” - Unclear Mag

Hi guys, welcome to VENTS! How have you been?

Hello! We’ve been great, spending the past few weeks in La, working on more music.

Can you talk to us more about your latest single “Dance Clothes”?

This was actually one of our more edm sounding songs. I had asked Aaron (Charcuterie) to make something as uplifting as our first release – High Tides. This was the result! Not sure if you’ve seen the drunk astronaut gif, but that’s pretty much what we were envisioning when we wrote this song.

Did any event in particular inspire you to write this song?

Honestly, with the lack of dance festivals this year, we felt it was right to do our part to make up for it. We wanted to make sure people still had something energetic to vibe to during these lowkey times.

Any plans to release any sort of video for the track?

No music videos as of yet – lately we’ve been crafting mini videos to showcase our music.

How was the recording and writing process?

The recording process was actually pretty entertaining for our studio engineer, Derrick (aka Dstevemixes). We all grew up through high school and he said it was the highest he’s ever heard my voice LOL. I had to drink tons of water (few Pacifico’s as well) before hitting some of those notes.

What role does Seattle play in your music?

Seattle has soo many great well known artists like Nirvana, Jimi, Cornell! We’re just getting connected with local artists around us – looking to hopefully have some features soon. Seattle’s known for it’s grunge but we’re willing to bring something a little different.

Do you tend to take a different approach when you are working together rather than working on your own?

Typically Charcuterie will send me over a beat and we’ll make some adjustments as i flow to it. As of these recent few weeks, while I’ve been in LA with Charcuterie we’ve been producing beats and vocal melodies together. We’ve both got our strengths and weaknesses so it’s a much easier and professional process when we’re in the room together working on a track.

Does the new single mean we can expect a new material – how’s that coming along?

Tracks coming out till 2021 baby! During the beginning of Summer we were releasing a new song about every other week. We’ve got a few more tracks finished up our sleeves, they’re more on the – hip/hop vibe. Expecting a release once a month.

Any tentative release date or title in mind?

For our next jam we’re thinking mid September. It’s got a clubby hard hitting beat. I just heard it mixed for the first time last night and WOW – we were ready to release it right there. I think people are going to be surprised with these new couple songs – definitely outside our typical beach tunes.

What else is happening next in your world?

Just hangin! Just bought a new longboard this week to ride the CA boardwalks. Charcuterie decided he’s now vegan (not sure what that means for his stage name..) Also yesterday my laptop broke soo on my way to fix that now! - VENTS Magazine

Since 2019, Young León & Charcuterie have been collaborating and developing their signature mellow sound. Charcuterie’s chill beats and Young León’s care-free vocals have helped this Seattle-based duo produce catchy alternative pop tracks like “From The Patio” and “Coastal Cafe.”

Their latest single, “Sippn’” adheres to the duo’s notable style and evokes an easy-going vibe. Slow winding lyrics provide a glimpse of a sunny Seattle evening complete with late-night happy hours, good company and ingredients for a relaxing evening.

“Ever have a long day at work? Us too. That’s why we wanted a song to give us those post-work / after school vibes,” the duo revealed.

Fans can look forward to more music from Young León & Charcuterie soon. - ECHO

After forming last year, Young León – made up of vocalist Tanner Leon and beatmaker Charcuterie (Aaron) – have taken it upon themselves to get their name, and their music, out to as many people as possible and currently have half a dozen tracks available for fans to check out. Their latest single, “Coastal Café” is a highlight of their offerings and built on chill vibes but with plenty of warm tones and rhythms. PopWrapped caught up with Young León to find out more about the duo’s formation and the part they want to play in the music industry.

At what age did you both first realize you wanted to make music a career and prior to that, did you have any other ambitions? Do you have any regrets over the path you chose to take?

Young León (Tanner): Charcuterie and I had both grown up around music. When we were kids, I had been taking guitar lessons while Charcuterie had been learning drums. I eventually started getting into freestyle challenges with high school friends and practicing guitar with small bands here and there. Eventually, I bought my own studio equipment when I was 19, which is when I started working on singing/song-writing. During high school, Charcuterie had been traveling around the country with his punk rock band, which later fizzled out. Prior to our collaboration, Charcuterie and I had been working with a start-up idea focused around augmented reality. As things had begun slowing down with that, we decided to take on new ventures. Whether it music or our next tech start-up idea – we’ve been doing what we enjoy, no regrets yet!

How did the two of you first meet and what would you each say the other brings to the duo?

Charcuterie and I had met in middle school, around 8th grade, and had been roommates through the first couple of years of college. Being a drummer, Charcuterie’s got a great sense of timing and keeping me on track when it comes to recording. He’s also consistent with the production he sends over. Young León on the other hand is more up to date with music trends, and keeping lyrics fun and engaging. Having both members with backgrounds in punk/pop music and even beach rap is what makes us unique.

Where did the name Young León come from?

Young León comes from just my last name. And because I’m young; at heart at least.

Which artists and bands might you say your sound is most inspired or influenced by and how do those influences filter into the music you make?

A major part of our sound comes from the music we listen to every day. Most of my ideas originate from artists like Slightly Stoopid and Sublime. When newer artists like Shwayze and Aer came out, I was like if these young dudes are killing, I should really see what they’re doing and how they’re doing it. Those two bands are the ones who really inspired me to get into music. Now we’ve got artists like Dominic Fike who are having major success, that we listen to and really resonate with the sound. We enjoy the beach vibes and sunny music.

You only started working together last year but already have six tracks available for streaming and there are more to come; is making music something that really comes that easily to you or do you occasionally find there are challenges to overcome?

Music definitely has its challenges, especially being a new artist looking to get heard. We’re constantly coming up with different types of songs, just to see what works best with our audience. It depends how you look at it though – that’s the joy about being so new, we’ve got so much room to experiment with our sound.

Tell me about your new single “Coastal Cafe.” Is there a particular story or idea behind it, and what do you want those who hear the track to take from it?

As many of us have felt these unprecedented times of 2020, we wanted to share a memory of what it was like before all this: campfires, hiking, and swimming all week. This song describes a moment with a friend that you may have had a history with in the past. After a few ups and downs, you find yourself in the perfect place to reconnect. In that instant, everything feels great. But you’re unsure if things will end up the same way they did. You end up going for it anyway because the days are only so short. However things may end up, this song is meant to bring back the feeling of the right moment on a Summer evening.

Given that you’re a modern-day duo, to what extent might you say social media is helping/hindering your career, and do you think there are any downsides to the seeming reliance so many of us, both as individuals, artists, and organizations, etc, seem to have on it? Do you believe it would be possible for bands and artists to truly build a following without it in this day and age?

Social media is the bees knees for artist recognition. It’s a great way to connect with fans and understand your audience. It’s so important to make your brand unique and stand out among others online. If you can do that, you’re golden. I’d honestly recommend looking into how Lil Nas was able to gain so much traction on his music – a lot of respect to him understanding and providing insight on capturing peoples’ attention online these days. Especially during times like this, the amount of livestream shows I’ve watched have been unmeasurable. It’s a great way to be with fans, even if you can’t be in person.

How is the Corona Virus affecting your plans as artists and what have you been doing in the few months since the world all but ground to a halt? How is the rest of your year currently looking, or do you not actually know as yet?

As a lot of us had assumed, we thought Coronavirus was going to blow over in a few weeks. That just wasn’t the case. For us to continue releasing music during these uncertain times has been strange. It has also allowed us to really take time and understand what we’re doing this for. We want to provide music as a sort of mini-vacation away from what’s going on. Not to say what’s going on isn’t important, but it’s also necessary to take a step back and recharge. We’ve actually got over a dozen new songs we’re looking to release from now through the Winter. In fact, we’re releasing 4 new songs this month if you wanna keep an eye on that!

What’s the first thing you’re hoping to do when some sense of normality returns to us all?

Get a live show! Drinks on us.

The music industry has been hit hard, with venues in particular affected by having to close. With that in mind, as and when the live music starts up again, which venue in the world would you most like to play and why?

Drumroll, please! Gonna have to say, The Gorge Amphitheater. It’s a Pacific Northwest favorite and has been a place my friends and I have seen some of the best performances from live bands. The view is great. You can relax on the hillside, or trot down to the stage and get wild. With artists like John Mayer, Lana Del Rey, and Tame Impala, you’ve gotta go if you haven’t been!



Finally then; it’s safe to say that much of the world and the industries within it may never quite be the same after Corona, so with that in mind, where do you see the future of the music industry going and what shape do you think it will be in as and when it recovers if it indeed can and does at all? What part would you like to play in the re-emergence of an industry that brings so much pleasure to people?

To be honest, I’m not sure what to expect. As soon as things seem to calm down, something new comes around the corner. We’ve learned to take things one day at a time; if things change, we’ll evolve and make it work. When it comes to playing a part in the industry, we just want to provide entertainment. We’ll keep bringing new music, and if people like it – awesome.

Check out “Coastal Café” below and for more information on Young León, visit their website, give their page a like on Facebook or follow them on Twitter. - PopWrapped

Seattle based duo Young Leon & Charcuterie know a little pick me up can go a long ways, and today they’re giving us one with their new single “Sippin.”

Explaining the meaning behind the track, the duo said, “Ever have a long day at work? Us too. That’s why we wanted a song to give us those post-work / after school vibes. This song provides a small taste of a Seattle sunny evening – referencing crossing the bridge to the Eastside of town, late-night happy hours, and good company. It’s what we’re good at.”

Young León (Tanner) and Charcuterie (Aaron) have been creating the perfect party tracks since last year. Although the two were friends since middle school, they started making music together last year when their side projects finally aligned. Young León and Charcuterie come from different backgrounds, and also have diverse sets of musical inspirations – ranging from Shwayze to Green Day.

Check out “Sippin” below! As you listen, the guys encourage you to check out Seattle’s chapter of Friends Of The Children – an organization that strives to end generational poverty by linking up children who face systemic obstacles with mentors. Click here to learn more and donate! - Plnk Wifi

Whether it’s a weekday or a weekend, when you’re in the mood to get loose and enjoy yourself – you deserve to do just that. Young León and Charcuterie have been devoted to creating the perfect tunes for the occasion. Their new single “Dance Clothes” will satisfy your cravings for fun!

The guys shared, “We wanted to close out to summer with our most upbeat track, ‘Dance Clothes.’ Although there aren’t any open dance clubs or concerts this season (Chainsmokers we see u) we felt it was necessary to bring the festival to the living room.”

Such. A. Mood.

Last year, Tanner and Aaron, aka Young León and Charcuterie set out on a mission to create pop tracks that will bring the vibes of a sunny beach party right to your ears. The Seattle-based duo have been friends since middle school, but just hadn’t started making music together until last year. Once you put your own “Dance Clothes” on, you’ll be jamming out and wanting more from these two… and they’ll be giving it to you soon!

Listen to “Dance Clothes” below, and say hi to the guys on Instagram @water.melon and @theonecharcuterie - Plnk Wifi

Los Angeles-based artist, Young León, has been honing in his craft in alternative pop since 2016. He began making music and posting to SoundCloud until he connected with his longtime friend, Charcuterie. Young León serves as the duo's vocalist - the two officially started collaborating in 2019.


With influences that bring out mellow beach vibes and sunny weather, he set onto making music that would capture both, blending them into the soundtrack of Summer and old friends.


Moonlight is a beautifully timeless alternative pop take on the best of Young León. Totally distinct yet also contains so much of what makes that band great.

In any case, it's a good thing Young León is there to keep things down to earth stylistically because Moonlight is off in an entirely different galaxy. And is about as normal as he gets, and even then, those synthesized vocals and that dense industrial sound are hard to ignore. - Ace Sway

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Discover ‘Moonlight’ by Young León
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Moonlight" doesn't waste a second to infect you with a skeletal percussion to skin and bone contagious and dancing immediately establishing a moonlit nocturnal emotional atmosphere. Infinite highlight to the youthful rebellious emotions brought by the quirky unique vocal performance behind the microphone loaded with effects that amplify even more the melancholic mood! It would be a crime not to mention the excellent bedroom production and alternative ideas associated with this nocturnal gem.


You can check out the released music below. If you like what you hear, make sure to follow along so you can stay on top of future releases. - The Pigeon

Little freshness of the day, Youg Léon takes us for a ride on the moon with "Moonlight", an Emo Bedroom Pop ballad with pure melancholy and resounding groove on a background of light Drum'n'Bass.

"Moonlight" by Young Léon comes at the right time to liven up our summer evenings, a song that brings contagious sound energy and that will make you melt for its controlled eclecticism. But he is not alone in operating. Behind this beautiful project hides in fact Young León (Tanner) and Charcuterie (Aaron), together they create alternative pop songs for the beach.

Based in Los Angeles, Young Léon imposes himself with a powerful and sensual voice on an accelerated and cadenced rhythm that makes you want to dance directly. A real pleasure for the ears, this sound is perfect for a cocktail and sun lounger please...

Thanks to a production that suffers from no fault of taste, and arrangements worthy of the greatest, Youg Léon embarks the time of the song in a beautiful parenthesis. That of a high quality where the genres mingle, and intersect to reveal themselves with perfect harmony.

"Moonlight" is a great way to cut with the moment to dive into something enjoyable and addictive. Listen now below - Iggy Magazine

We present to you the talented emerging duo based in Los Angeles of the Pop genre "YOUNG LEÓN" who are promoting their latest single "Moonlight" which is a very energetic song full of very modern and interesting sounds that you will not be able to get out of your head.

The song "Moonlight" is undoubtedly a very energetic theme that you should give a try since its sounds manage to create an incredibly interesting trance environment, since its sounds manage to wrap you in its surprising atmosphere being a theme that focuses in a story of a road trip which is affected by a car failure, being a fairly common theme in travel.

Young León (Tanner) and Charcuterie (Aaron) have been creating alternative pop songs for the beach party scene since 2019, achieving a fusion of artistic ideas from the best of both composers, making "YOUNG LEÓN" a very fresh proposal with a great future and stories to tell.

You can listen to the full song through the biography of Young León - End Sessions

Los Angeles-based alternative pop duo Young Leon and Charcuterie have been making music together since 2019. They have been friends since middle school but only been making music together when their projects aligned a year ago.

On July 1st, they released their newest single Moonlight on all platforms. This energetic alternative pop song will rewind you into the past of lively a past summer evening. - The Minimalistic Music

L.A.-based artist, Young Leon, has been busy releasing a string of catchy pop singles over the last two years. Their latest, "Moonlight", features hypnotic vocal flows over a well-produced and dancey beat.


We added the single to our Indie POP! playlist on Spotify. You can check out the rest of their music below. If you like what you hear, make sure to follow along so you can stay on top of future releases! - CARMEN RICONO

Otro artista de California que llega a nuestra lista de esta semana. Este es un bedroom pop particular — tiene elementos de pop punk de los 00’s pero también guitarras dreamy y producción traída a este año. La canción cuenta un tema de un road trip, que el sonido es perfecto para esto. Ahora, ponla y ándate a tu playa más cercana. - Mickeys Weekly

LA-based singer-songwriter Young León mixes his inspirations together to create ‘mellow beach vibes and summer sun’ music. A dramatic reversed vocal sample leads into the mid-tempo pop track. The drums drive the energy as they switch rhythms through the verse to become fuller. Strummed guitar lines come together with high synth lines to be a rounded backing for Leon's deep vocals. The track breaks in texture allowing vocal adlibs to come through alongside developed guitar lines. The lead vocal line is sampled to create a rhythmically interesting breakdown. I wish this track was longer as it’s the perfect summer vibe. - Nina McKendrick

As the indie pop scene continues to grow and diversify, the wide range of sounds coming out of it is truly remarkable.

From bedroom pop to drum n bass to alternative and commercial, there’s no shortage of exciting new music from up-and-coming artists. One such artist is Young León, who released his latest single “Moonlight” earlier this month.

Young León is based in Los Angeles and has been making music for some years now. His sound incorporates elements of pop-punk, alternative rock, emo pop and more into a style that can only be described as “beautiful chaos”.

The track begins with an intro that sounds like a tropical pop summer band before launching into some syncopated beats that give way to an emotional vocal performance by Young León himself. We just loved it!

The lyrics are heartfelt and relatable—at least they were for me: “My heart broke down” is part of the lyrics, so you already know what we are talking about.

The song’s sound could be described as bedroom pop meets drum n bass meets alt-rock meets emo pop but really it doesn’t matter what you call it because all that matters is that YOUNG LEÓN has created something truly special here. So check it out and follow the artist on Spotify! - Will Lisil

Los Angeles-based artist, Young León, has been honing in his craft in alternative pop since 2016. He began making music and posting to SoundCloud until he connected with his longtime friend, Charcuterie. Young León serves as the duo's vocalist - the two officially started collaborating in 2019. 
 With influences that bring out mellow beach vibes and sunny weather, he set onto making music that would capture both, blending them into the soundtrack of Summer and old friends.


Music is not only a form of entertainment; when it is done with the heart, it becomes pure art. In the overcrowded and frenetic nowadays music scene, it is rare to find those artists who believe in their music, and most of all, focus on the message their music carries. Every day hundreds of thousands of new songs invade the internet. Among them, we can still find some rare and pure gems, like the music of Young Leon, an extremely talented singer. He knows the importance of authentic art, especially during these tough times. Today, we have the exclusive pleasure of listening to his latest "Moonlight".


Moonlight, which happens to be one of the catchiest songs we have heard lately. Moonlight immediately captivates the listener with the dreamy intro. Seriously, just listen to that beat and tell us you don’t feel the chill. Moonlight is a song where everything seems to be in the right place. The arrangements are highly sought after, the vocal interpretation is sincere and direct. The musicianship showcased presents an impressive, everything sounds great all at once, and of course, Leon’s voice, it all makes for a playlist that’s unlike anything else you’re likely to hear right now. it's a song you can put on for any type of audience.


“Moonlight” is a single from Young Leon. An honest, inside look at what he’s about. It’s clear that he’s setting the bar and choosing to be truthful in his craft. So expect that and more as a couple of more singles are expected to tantalize after “Moonlight”. To hear more from Young Leon , and to keep tabs on new releases, make sure to check him out on all major music and streaming platforms today. - City Pulse

American duo Young León & Charcuterie shares the engaging new single, titled "Moonlight", The song shows the artist's versatility, who brings together all his influences to create an unusual sound that doesn't sound repetitive or conventional. The delivery on this work is something to note, as the duo puts all their heart and talent into it,
showing love beyond the song and unconcerned about creating something commercial reminiscent of artists like Post Malone or Machine Gun Kelly, but just remember, no
sounds the same.

"Moonlight" incorporates elements of pop-punk, alternative rock, emo pop and with each listen it is possible to notice a little bit of other styles. With exactly 1:59 minutes, the song is addictive, and because it is so fast, it makes us listen to it over and over again, hypnotizing the listener with an enveloping melody. Young León's emotional vocal
performance is great, and in an intimate, sincere and direct way, he tells his story with a brilliant musicality, where the beat fits perfectly, taking the listener to a dreamy atmosphere.

Los Angeles artist Young León has been honing his craft in alternative pop since 2016. He started making music and posting on SoundCloud until connecting with his longtime friend Charcuterie. Young León serves as the lead singer in the duo - the two officially began collaborating in 201g. With influences that bring soft beach vibes and sunny weather, he set out to make music that captured both, blending them into the soundtrack of Summer and old friends - Jessica Mar

Rising to the occasion for something outstanding early on in the year, Young León has nailed it on his newest single, “Lies (to pass the time)”. Do yourselves a favor and read on as we share our in-depth review, as well as a much needed background on the artist.

Not wasting any time whatsoever in 2023, Young León has just shared his first single of the year with the fresh release of “Lies (to pass the time)”. Recorded in his friend’s bedroom, but truly embodying the feeling and sound of something that surpasses studio quality, we’ve quickly come to love everything about this atmospheric and soundscape-driven song. While this was our introduction to the artist, it’s only the beginning of our exploration into the rest of his discography. We’re urging everyone out there to do the same.

On the background of it all, ultimately it’s an all too relatable sentiment and situation in which “the feeling you get when your friends invite you out, but all you want to do is stay home and chill”. As Young León has so perfectly exclaimed, it’s an ode to those with social anxiety who are either over the act of going out, or really aren’t just feeling it. Finally, a song for the introvert or ambivert that calls to our most inner thoughts relatabilities. Honestly, as soon as you hit the play button on this beauty, it’s almost as if you’re sucked into the never ending calm and relaxation that “Lies” has to offer. Surely it’s worth your time and effort to make your own connections within its vivid lyricism, but for us this song provided more of a wholesome vibe and aura rather than something that directly relies on its messaging.

Digging in a little bit closer though, with the production chops of Young León’s collaborator Charcuterie (a great name we must add), the two have complemented each other and 100% fulfilled a vision we know was sought after from the start. It’s got enough pop-esque elements to draw you in and keep you entertained, but more than enough sonic subtleties hiding within the mix to please an audiophile’s ears over and over. This right here is a flawless track and we cannot wait for everyone to enjoy it as much as we did.

Go ahead and click those links below to listen, follow along, and of course to stay tuned for everything else on the way this year. - We Write About Music

Los Angeles-based artist, Young León, has been honing in his craft in alternative pop since 2016. He began making music and posting to SoundCloud until he connected with his longtime friend, Charcuterie. Young León serves as the duo's vocalist - the two officially started collaborating in 2019. 
With influences that bring out mellow beach vibes and sunny weather, he set onto making music that would capture both, blending them into the soundtrack of Summer and old friends.

What inspires your music?

Friends and experiences - our music is a reflection of the experiences we've made with friends.

Who are some of your influences?

Dominic Fike, Aries, Post Malone, The Beatles


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What are some of your favorite memories from your career?

Getting featured on American Songwriter was great, as well as a number of influencers with millions of followers of reposted our songs. Fashionably Early also adding us to their playlist was a good one

Which of your songs/EPs/albums is your favorite?

“Wassup” is Young León's favorite, the breakdown in the song is surprising and unexpected, as well just loves the guitar melody. Charcuterie's favorite is “From the Patio”, as it is mainly an instrumental song, as he claims his best production yet.


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Photo by Jordan M

Who are some of the collaborators who helped you create your favorite works?

@dstevemixes, @doubleyada all friends from highschool who've been making their name in the music industry as well.

What are you most excited to bring to your fans next?

New music every month! Possibly some live shows this summer.


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What are your goals for this upcoming year?

Continuing to release music. We'd like to get to the point of 10,000 monthly listeners on Spotify and are surely getting to that status. A live show would be great!

How can your fans and our readers best support you right now?

Stream our music as much as you can! Share with your friends, live and experience the world! - Silver Gun Records

Prepare to be captivated by a mesmerizing blend of mystery and introspection. With its enchanting melodies and thought-provoking lyrics, Young León takes listeners on a remarkable journey into the complexities of relationships. As an up-and-coming artist, Young León’s distinctive sound and storytelling prowess make him an enticing subject for music blogs in search of fresh and innovative talent. Don’t miss the opportunity to feature this gifted artist and his latest release, destined to make a profound impact on the music scene. - Hail Tunes

Young León is thrilled to announce the release of his latest single, "Brain Games," an enchanting musical experience that takes listeners on a captivating journey into the realms of mystery and relationships.

With its mesmerizing melodies and introspective lyrics, "Brain Games" delves into the intricate dynamics of human connection. The song effortlessly captures the anticipation of a late-night call and the exhilaration of wandering through dimly lit streets. Through thought-provoking verses and catchy choruses, Young León skillfully paints a vivid picture of the enigmatic dance we play with our minds. - AFX Radio London

Young León x Charcuterie- “Brain Games”

Summer is here and we know that you need new music. If that is the case, then you need to tap into rising artist Young León. Young León is a Los-Angeles based artist that is known for crafting infectious Alt-Pop records. Although it’s easy to point out his vocal talents, you can’t have a successful Young León record without BOTD favorite Charcuterie. Together, the duo craft records that are influenced by mellow beach vibes and the sunny weather of California. They are a breath of fresh air. This week, they land on our pages with their latest single “Brain Games”. “Brain Games” is a captivating song exploring mystery, late-night adventures, and the complexities of relationships in a melodic journey. Sonically, the song radiates good vibes and the vocals are exceptional. The chorus is a chef’s kiss, and the melodies are so engaging. This record is a must-listen. - Banger of the Day