Chicago-based duo Teknicoz have joined forces with rising emcee Farrah Fawx for their latest single “Never Basic,” out now via Dirtybird in celebration of the label’s 20th anniversary. Built to disrupt dancefloors with unapologetic energy and style, the track marks a bold moment in both artists’ careers and a standout release in Dirtybird’s milestone year.
From the opening beat, “Never Basic” lives up to its name. Driven by gritty basslines, razor-edged percussion, and a confident vocal performance from Farrah Fawx, the track wastes no time establishing itself as a speaker-rattling anthem. Her sassy, no-nonsense flow slices clean through Teknicoz’s heavy-hitting production, delivering a high-voltage fusion of house, hip-hop, and swagger that’s impossible to ignore.
Born and raised in Chicago, Teknicoz have been steadily carving out their place in the underground with a raw, high-energy sound. They made their Dirtybird debut in 2018 with “The Pipe,” and have since followed up with festival-favorite collaborations like “The Shaker” with Noise Clap, “I Like It” with Luke Andy, and “Booty” with JYNX. “Never Basic” lands just ahead of their anticipated sets at Dirtybird Campout x Northern Nights and Dirtybird CampINN, signaling a big summer for the duo.
On the mic, Farrah Fawx brings a magnetic presence. The Virginia-born, Los Angeles-based artist is a multi-talented force, merging groovy house rhythms with sharp-tongued rap. Her creative versatility has led to collaborations with artists like Rochelle Jordan, Stooki Sound, and RaeCola, and a growing presence on Aluna’s Noir Fever Records. After turning heads at Dirtybird and Noir Fever’s joint Miami Music Week showcase, “Never Basic” marks her official debut on the label—and it hits with authority.
Stream “Never Basic” now on all platforms and stay locked in for more heat from Teknicoz, Farrah Fawx, and Dirtybird as the label continues its 20-year legacy of innovation, community, and club-shaking sounds.