02. Kungs / Cookin' On 3 Burners "This Girl (Kungs Vs. Cookin' On 3 Burners)"
03. Kungs "Don't You Know (Radio Edit)"
04. Kungs "You Remain"
05. Kungs "Freedom"
06. Kungs "When You're Gone"
07. Kungs "Wild Church"
08. Kungs "Bangalore Streets"
09. Kungs "Tripping Off"
10. Kungs "I Feel So Bad"
11. Kungs "Crazy Enough"
12. Kungs "Trust"
Description:
Valentin Brunel (born 17 December 1996), better known by his stage name Kungs, is a French DJ, record producer and musician. His collaboration with Cookin' on 3 Burners titled "This Girl" reached number 2 on the UK Singles Chart in 2016. Other artists featured on this albumare Cookin' On 3 Burners, Jamie N Commons, Ritual, Wolfgang, Tillie, Freia, Lune, Ephemerals, Richard Judge, Rae Morris.
also available on lp
"Layers" is the debut studio album by French DJ and producer Kungs, released on CD and showcasing his melodic, feel-good approach to electronic music. Known for blending house, pop and soulful influences, Kungs crafts an uplifting sound world full of warm grooves, catchy vocal hooks and summery rhythms. "Layers" lives up to its name: the tracks build from subtle guitar riffs and piano chords to rich synth textures and energetic beats, creating songs that work equally well on the dancefloor and in relaxed listening sessions. Carefully sequenced from start to finish, the album flows like a DJ set, guiding the listener through euphoric peaks, emotional breakdowns and laid-back moments, always driven by a strong sense of melody and a light, sunny atmosphere.
As a CD edition, "Layers" is ideal for listeners who appreciate a physical, collectible format with stable sound quality and easy playback in hi-fi systems, cars or CD players. The album is designed as a cohesive listening experience, rather than just a collection of singles, making it a strong choice for fans of modern house, electro-pop and radio-friendly dance music. The production is polished without losing warmth, with organic elements such as guitars, brass and soulful vocals adding character to the electronic foundation. This makes "Layers" accessible both to mainstream pop audiences and to fans who follow contemporary electronic music trends.
Kungs (Valentin Brunel) is a French DJ, producer and remixer who rose to international prominence in his early twenties. He first attracted global attention through his fresh, melodic house style and collaborations that brought together electronic beats with organic instruments and strong vocal performances. His breakthrough single "This Girl" (with Cookin' On 3 Burners) became a worldwide hit, topping charts in several countries and receiving heavy rotation on radio and streaming platforms. With this success, Kungs established himself as one of the most promising young figures in European dance music, performing at major festivals and building a fanbase far beyond France. "Layers" captures this momentum and presents him as a versatile artist who can deliver both big hits and deeper album tracks.
The album is released by Barclay, a long-standing French label with a strong tradition in popular and contemporary music. Founded in the mid-20th century, Barclay has worked with many significant artists from different genres and has helped shape the French and European music landscape over decades. Known for combining artistic credibility with commercial reach, the label supports projects that can appeal to a broad audience while maintaining a clear musical identity. With "Layers", Barclay underlines its commitment to modern, international pop and electronic music, providing Kungs with a professional environment for high-quality production, promotion and distribution.
Pop International
353.344
- Asia Pop 9.595- Austro Pop 227- Brit Pop 280- Dutch Pop 9- Euro Pop 50- French Pop 680- Indie Pop/Lo Fi 23- Italo Pop 334- Latin Pop 7.125- MiddleoftheRoad 3.077- Oldies 60- Other Pop 331.237- Party 44- Synthi Pop 292- The 60s 311
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