West Palm Beach native YKabes is quickly establishing himself as one of the most promising new voices in hip-hop. Having been immersed in music from a young age, he started creating hip-hop tracks in 2018, blending his deep-rooted experience in jazz and concert band with a fresh take on rap. His style, which merges different genres, brings something new to the table in today’s music landscape.

“What drives me to be a music artist is my love for the craft,” YKabes explains. After years of mastering high-level jazz and concert pieces, he sees hip-hop as the next step in his musical growth. Working alongside producers Dabes and BDB, YKabes prides himself on making authentic, homemade music that resonates with listeners looking for something different in the rap game.

YKabes’ latest release, “Leon Kennedy,” is a testament to his creativity and lyrical skill. Named after the iconic character from the Resident Evil video game series, the song has already surpassed 100,000 streams on Spotify and has quickly become a fan favorite. The track uses the metaphor of saving someone from their past, much like Leon’s mission in the game, to paint a vivid picture of emotional rescue and personal growth.

With a growing fan base and a unique sound that pushes boundaries, YKabes is set to make a lasting impact in hip-hop.