Dahi - Black Boy (Alternative)

Grammy-winning producer and sound architect Dacoury "Dahi" Natche (Dahi), who spent two decades shaping the sound of modern hip-hop and R&B for major industry figures, presented his debut solo album Black Boy (Alternative) via Alter Music. The release serves as a conceptual exploration of Black identity, self-expression, and uninhibited artistic evolution free from conventional industry labels.

The record bridges a wide spectrum of sonic influences, ranging from 1990s alternative rock and experimental hip-hop to neo-soul and West African rhythms. The project's musical core centers on organic instrumentation, spacious acoustic mixing, and deep emotional interplay between live arrangements and vocal performances. The album features a guest list including Kendrick Lamar, Childish Gambino, Moses Sumney, Vince Staples, Amber Mark, Ravyn Lenae, Fousheé, Obongjayar, Channel Tres, and Baby Rose. Black Boy (Alternative) stands as a victory of auteur artistic vision over commercial tropes, delivering an immersive journey through modern alternative R&B and experimental soul.

Tracklist:
1. Who Are You (feat. Vince Staples, Channel Tres, & French Anthony)
2. Find Me (feat. Moses Sumney & Mez)
3. How To Pray (feat. Kendrick Lamar & Amber Mark)
4. Running (feat. Childish Gambino)
5. Love Me (feat. Obongjayar)
6. They Don't Know Me (feat. Mez)
7. The Night (feat. Kurtis Wells)
8. Rest of Your Life
9. Stand For Something (feat. Jesse Boykins III, Baby Rose, & Ant Clemons) 
10. Square Up (feat. Fousheé)
11. Drowning (feat. Elmiene & Ravyn Lenae)