Top 100 Chart Placements
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Returning with his second offering of 2026, KEKURA delivers what has already become his most requested track to date: "What U Waiting For." Proving that excellence takes time, this standout record arrived with an immediate impact, earning a premiere on BBC Radio 1 by the legendary Pete Tong just two weeks after its inception. The track is a heavyweight collaboration with sonofsteve, the artist project of world-renowned songwriter and producer Anders Grahn. With a credit list that reads like a "Who's Who" of global music-including Drake, Gordo, WhoMadeWho, Tripolism, and the Black Eyed Peas-Grahn's vocal presence brings a polished, world-class edge to KEKURA's sophisticated production. Born from a late 2025 session alongside Anica Russo, the record perfectly captures a moment of creative synchronicity. Sonically, "What U Waiting For" is built for the big stage. It balances thunderous drums and a commanding bassline with a driving piano stab that serves as the track's unmistakable heartbeat. The tension builds around the titular vocal hook before erupting into an intense, rhythmical bass drop, eventually complemented by a sophisticated piano melody that ties the composition together. The record's trajectory is already undeniable. Beyond the BBC Radio 1 airwaves, it has been road-tested at the world's most prestigious venues, including a massive play by Tripolism at Green Valley Club in Brazil. Early adopters and supporters include industry titans like Agoria, Joe Maglia (Moni Mykonos), and Mimixfy. It has also become a staple in the sets of Reznik, a long-time collaborator of KEKURA (following their work on "Cloudy Eyes" and the "Silence of Love" remix), further cementing the track's credibility within the core electronic community. "What U Waiting For" is more than a club track; it is a high-octane statement of intent from two artists at the peak of their craft.
Returning with his second offering of 2026, KEKURA delivers what has already become his most requested track to date: "What U Waiting For." Proving that excellence takes time, this standout record arrived with an immediate impact, earning a premiere on BBC Radio 1 by the legendary Pete Tong just two weeks after its inception. The track is a heavyweight collaboration with sonofsteve, the artist project of world-renowned songwriter and producer Anders Grahn. With a credit list that reads like a "Who's Who" of global music-including Drake, Gordo, WhoMadeWho, Tripolism, and the Black Eyed Peas-Grahn's vocal presence brings a polished, world-class edge to KEKURA's sophisticated production. Born from a late 2025 session alongside Anica Russo, the record perfectly captures a moment of creative synchronicity. Sonically, "What U Waiting For" is built for the big stage. It balances thunderous drums and a commanding bassline with a driving piano stab that serves as the track's unmistakable heartbeat. The tension builds around the titular vocal hook before erupting into an intense, rhythmical bass drop, eventually complemented by a sophisticated piano melody that ties the composition together. The record's trajectory is already undeniable. Beyond the BBC Radio 1 airwaves, it has been road-tested at the world's most prestigious venues, including a massive play by Tripolism at Green Valley Club in Brazil. Early adopters and supporters include industry titans like Agoria, Joe Maglia (Moni Mykonos), and Mimixfy. It has also become a staple in the sets of Reznik, a long-time collaborator of KEKURA (following their work on "Cloudy Eyes" and the "Silence of Love" remix), further cementing the track's credibility within the core electronic community. "What U Waiting For" is more than a club track; it is a high-octane statement of intent from two artists at the peak of their craft.