Fusa

Fusa

Joey Fusani, better known by his stage name Fusa, is an independent rapper from Lancaster, a suburb of Buffalo, New York. He is known for his love and pride for his hometown, Buffalo, and has gained popularity through his honest and relatable lyrics, which often touch on personal experiences. In July 2017, Fusa released his first EP called "The Mixtape" on YouTube and SoundCloud. He recorded most of the tracks in his dining room with a used Electro-Voice RE20 microphone. This project helped him develop his style, where he put a unique twist on old-school Boombap hip-hop. In 2018, Fusa released his debut album "22", produced by James Gilsdorf. This album was a big deal for Fusa as it was his first release on Spotify. He and James both worked night shifts at KFC. They'd get out of work at 1 AM and record until the sun came up. On November 19, 2018, Fusa won first place for his performance of "Phuquitit" at Coast to Coast LIVE in Toronto, hosted by Sean Bang. Sean Bang was impressed with Fusa's performance and invited him to perform as a guest at another event in Rochester, New York. In 2021, Fusa collaborated with beatmaker Connor D. to release an album called "Fusa x Connor D". The album was recorded at Sound Masters Records in Lockport, New York, and was released on all major streaming platforms. In this album, Fusa put his writing abilities to the test by working on a whole new style. Fusa has also worked with Motiks and is rumored to be working on a new song with him. Fusa has been performing at various venues around Buffalo since 2021, including Stamps the Bar and Transit Music Lounge. He has collaborated with other local artists, including Motiks, Sciandi, Sebastn, and Kod!e. In 2023, Fusa has been publishing new singles regularly, with "Hallelujah" being his most recent release. His upcoming single, "Comfort Food", is expected to be released in March 2023. In addition to his music career, Fusa has also gained popularity on TikTok, where he showcases his rap skills and competes in duet challenges.

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