THE DOSSIER
Manifesto of a Rebel
THE BIOGRAPHY
ZYNR emerged from the shadows of South London in 2019, armed with nothing but a battered guitar and a throat full of screams that needed releasing. Born from the collision of gothic romanticism and punk defiance, ZYNR represents the voice of those who feel too much in a world that feels too little.
Growing up battling anxiety and depression, music became the only language that made sense. The darkness wasn't something to escape—it was something to transform. Every lyric is a diary entry, every chord progression a map through the chaos of the mind.
What started as bedroom recordings during the isolation of 2020 evolved into a movement. The songs resonated with a generation tired of toxic positivity, hungry for authenticity. ZYNR doesn't promise happiness—ZYNR promises honesty.
THE MANIFESTO
"Music should be a mirror, not a mask."
We believe in the power of darkness to illuminate. In the strength found in vulnerability. In the rebellion of simply being yourself in a world demanding conformity.
We stand for mental health awareness without the sanitized corporate messaging. For community without gatekeeping. For art that bleeds.
This is not entertainment. This is survival.
THE JOURNEY
First Open Mic
Performed original songs for the first time at a local punk venue in London.
Bedroom Sessions
Started recording and releasing demos on SoundCloud during lockdown.
Mind Charity Partnership
Began fundraising for mental health awareness through music.
"Hollow Heart" Single
Released debut single to critical acclaim in the underground scene.
First Headline Show
Sold out headline show at The Underworld, Camden.
"Burn The Silence" EP
Released debut EP featuring 6 tracks of dark, rebellious anthems.
£10K Fundraiser Milestone
Reached £10,000 raised for Mind charity through music and merch.
THE INFLUENCES
Standing on the shoulders of giants who proved that darkness and beauty are not opposites.
Greentea Peng
Infusing psychedelic soul with a grounded, meditative spiritualism
Amy Winehouse
Unfiltered vulnerability and the mastery of modern jazz-infused storytelling
Erykah Badu
The blueprint for neo-soul and eccentric, conscious self-expression
London Elektricity
Blending live soul instrumentation with the driving energy of drum & bass
Goldie
Channeling raw, chaotic aggression into a powerful sonic release
Nia Archives
Pioneering the new era of jungle and the emotional weight of 'soft-core'
Catching Cairo
Melodic vocal versatility across the diverse landscapes of UK bass music
Jorja Smith
Smooth R&B sensibilities paired with evocative, contemporary songwriting