Kueen is back with a brand new project, Got Juice?- a bold, soulful statement from the New York-based artist and entrepreneur who originally hails from North Carolina. Known for carving her own path in the world of independent music, Kueen has earned nods from hip-hop heavyweights like Pharoahe Monch and DJ Eclipse, while steadily building a catalog of impactful releases, including the standout Tales of Gotham.
Beyond the mic, Kueen is the founder of RAYFM Essentials, a lifestyle brand rooted in wellness, offering everything from fresh health juices and skincare to apparel and more. Her passion for independence and creativity fuels everything she touches- including her music, which she releases through her own label, RAYFM Records.Got Juice? is the latest chapter in that journey- a mixtape that captures Kueen’s raw lyricism and grounded energy, while also pulling in rich R&B and soul textures. It’s a project that feels both intimate and ambitious, full of warmth, grit, and introspection.
The project opens with “Kleopatra’s Return,” a commanding introduction carried by lush, jazz-tinged production and a laid-back groove, as Kueen delivers razor-sharp verses with effortless poise. From there, the mixtape flows through a wide emotional and sonic range- tracks like “QTF” featuring T-Bruin showcase Kueen’s gift for pairing hypnotic, head-nodding beats with personal, incisive lyricism. “Give Thanks,” with Vibe Jonez, lifts the energy into something spiritual and reflective, guided by airy instrumentation and soul-baring vocals. On “Hot Box,” smoky textures and jazz-laced undertones create a psychedelic haze beneath intricately woven bars. “Runtz & Roses” stands out as a highlight, where Kueen threads together groove-heavy production and melodic vulnerability to create a sound that feels both celebratory and introspective. Across the tape, from the dreamy layers of “Light My Spliff” to the airy rhythms of “D.H.A.D.,” Kueen crafts a listening experience that’s rich in mood, message, and melodic finesse.
Got Juice? is a testament to Kueen’s evolution- an artist and businesswoman doing it on her own terms, with style and substance in equal measure.
Listen to Got Juice? HERE now on Bandcamp and support the artist directly.