Coexist x Devin Jano

loud-nine (n): “a state of perfect happiness” or “a feeling of well-being or elation.”

The first collaboration between Maryland’s Coexist Music Group and Devin Jano, “Cloud 9” is appropriately light and fluffy.

It’s a slight departure for Coexist, an Anne Arundel County-based collective made up of four teenagers — King Caesar and Kimani (both age 19), Charlie Radical (18) and Surrency (17) — who explored a rougher sound with “Bang Bang.” This track has a bounce — one the group calls “modern retro.”

“[The sound] wasn’t fully intentional,” Charlie Radical writes in an email. “The concept grew from us having a liking for old and new music.”

“Cloud 9” is helmed by Baltimore singer Devin Jano, whose smooth vocals set the tune’s feel-good tone early. Coexist bring a youthful energy, one so buoyant they find themselves lifted off their feet in the song’s charmingly old-fashioned video, directed by Nathan Colby (watch it above).

Outside of this project, Jano and Coexist have formed another collective, Legacy, which the vocalist describes in businesslike terms.

“We’ve formed our own brand together to broaden our musical horizons for our collaborative releases and build social capital,” Jano says.

Legacy plans to release an EP in late 2015 or early 2016. - Bandwidth.fm

Today I’m happy to present the new video Cloud 9 from Coexist Music group. The teenagers from Maryland look to make a mark with their self described “Modern Retro” sound and unique look. Also joining them is talented upcoming singer/writer Devin Jano. They definitely bring an alternative to what we see every day in the genre so be sure to keep posted at FDF for more in the future. - 1st day fresh

Hip-hop collective, Coexist Music Group, is compiled of Surrency, Charlie Radical, Kimani and King Caesar coming out of the DMV area. They like to think of themselves as “Modern Retro” as they combine old school styles with new school influences. This is shown in their first video for their single, “Bang Bang”-filmed in Baltimore, as they showcase the beauty of the city. Throughout the video the group is shown as invisible men, vibing and rocking out, throughout the city as they positively represent the place. Check it out below. After you watch the video, check out their mixtape The Regime. - Touch of Daz

Coexist Music is a 4 man collective coming from out of Maryland consisting of members: Charlie Rad, Surrency, King Caesar, and Kimani. Coexist teamed up with fellow Maryland native alternative r&b singer Devin Jano to bring you “Cloud 9” . Together they formed the musical collective Legacy and started their Modern Retro movement which consist of them creating music that blends that good old school feel with some new school vibes.
Their newest track “Cloud 9” starts with some sleek r&b vocals then bursts into a pop jam as the melody picks up. It makes you want to dance! Along with a catchy hook and witty raps, “Cloud 9” is an experience that represents the infatuation stage of a relationship. Check out the video. - Erace the hate

Maryland music group, Coexist and Devin Jano bring fun back to music with their song Cloud 9. This song is a mixture of old school and new school and perfect for a blooming young love as it is lighthearted and jubilant. Looking for a positive tune on a summer day? Check out this video and tell us what you think! - Uncommon Realist

Coexist and Devin Jano take it back to the 90’s with this fun and pop inspired song. “Cloud 9” is about the feeling you get when you fall in love: you want to be with that person all the time because they make you feel like you’re floating above the Earth. With dancing, catchy lyrics, and a melody that will get stuck in your head, Coexist and Devin made a solid record and video. Perfect for the end of the summer, watch the Maryland kid’s latest video below. - Joe Hova's mindframe