For over 150 years, Epiphone has been at the forefront of instrument design, blending its rich history with modern innovation to inspire musicians across generations. Continuing this legacy, last week Epiphone proudly released a global partnership with chart-topping UK artist YUNGBLUD, also known as Dominic Harrison. This collaboration marks the launch of the limited-edition Epiphone YUNGBLUD SG Junior, available now at authorized dealers and on Epiphone’s website.
Yungblud’s The Artistic Voice of Gen-Z
YUNGBLUD has become a powerful voice for Gen Z, using his music to address issues like gentrification, assault, troubled upbringings, and political corruption. At 26, he has cultivated a dedicated global fanbase, uniting millions with his music and message.
In today’s era where Gen Z creates the trends for young adults, YUNGBLUD’s influence continues to grow. With over 14.5 million social media followers and billions of streams, YUNGBLUD has worked with some of the biggest names in music from MGK (Machine Gun Kelly) to Lil Yachty. His recent collaboration with Lil Yachty, “When We Die (Can We Still Get High?)” is just the beginning of what promises to be an exciting year for the artist.
The Epiphone YUNGBLUD SG Junior
The Epiphone YUNGBLUD SG Junior, inspired by YUNGBLUD’s personal White ’64 SG Junior, is designed to reflect his unique style and energy. Key features include:
- Mahogany body and glued-in mahogany neck with SlimTaper™ C profile
- Laurel fretboard with 22 medium jumbo frets
- Epiphone Deluxe Vintage tuners and Graph Tech® nut for tuning stability
- Compensated wraparound bridge for excellent sustain
- Single Dogear Epiphone P-90 Pro pickup in the bridge position
- Included Epiphone hardshell case with hot pink interior and YUNGBLUD die-cut bumper sticker
YUNGBLUD’s Artistic Journey
Born in Yorkshire, England, YUNGBLUD began his musical journey at age two and started writing songs by ten. His debut EP and album, 21st Century Liability, propelled him to fame, followed by the top 10 UK album Hope for the Underrated Youth. Additionally, his 2020 album weird! was a UK No. 1 hit, featuring tracks like “God Save Me, but Don’t Drown Me Out” and “Mars.”
Like many artists in today’s era where being multihyphenate is almost a requirement for consideration in the arts such as Tyler, The Creator creating his own music festival, YUNGBLUD follows the path creating his own festival: BLUDFEST. Unlike most festival’s where prices of festival tickets is almost the same price as going on an oversees vacation, BLUDFEST was a festival created in aims to provide affordable access to live music, with tickets priced at £49.50 and a free ticket ballot option for those in need. In addition, the festival is a genre-diverse music festival set to take place on August 11, 2024, at Milton Keynes Bowl in the UK. Visit BLUDFEST for more information.
Explore the new YUNGBLUD SG Junior from Epiphone and listen to YUNGBLUD’s music at YUNGBLUD’s official website.
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