689 Johanson

Johanson has gone by a few names over the years, but now he’s locked into who he is: 689 Johanson. A Malawian–South African singer, rapper, and beat maker, his journey started in Birmingham, England, where he came up in the underground before stepping into his solo era.

His music lives at the intersection of Drill and R&B — raw energy, melody, and emotion in equal measure. Backed by formal training in music composition, he blends technical skill with instinct, keeping the sound honest and uncompromised.

After the independent release of The Re-Up, which built strong underground momentum, 689 Johanson doubled down on ownership. He founded 689 Records and committed to a 10-album / 10-year run under his own label. He is currently distributed by SOL Distro (South Africa), with The Re-Up 7 marking the latest chapter in his evolving catalogue.

While Drill and R&B remain at the core, his long-term vision is a smooth transition into Afrobeats, opening his sound to wider African and global audiences. For clarity and SEO, he now uses 689 Johanson across all platforms, including Spotify.

Contact:
Facebook & Instagram: @689Johanson