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{{Infobox musical artist
| name = Keffaleng
| alias = Keffaleng
| image = Keffaleng_SXSW_March_2017.jpg
| caption =
| background = solo_singer
| birth_name = Aaron Alem
| birth_date = {{birth date and age|mf=yes|1995|01|26}}
| birth_place = [[Toronto, Ontario]], [[Canada]]
| genre = [[R&B]], [[Hip hop music|Hip hop]], [[Pop music|Pop]], Trap Soul
| occupation = [[Singer]],[[Songwriter]],[[Record producer|Producer]]
| associated_acts = [[Amir Obe]], Playboi Carti
| years_active = 2015 – present
| label = DPXND
| website = {{URL|www.keffaleng.com}}
}}
'''Aaron Alem''' (born January 26, 1995), better known by his stage name '''Keffaleng''', is a Canadian singer, rapper, producer, and songwriter from [[Toronto, Ontario|Toronto]], [[Canada]]. In 2016, Keffaleng was featured on [[Toronto]] artist GOV “Nights” ep which resulted in a video for LowKey / On My Mind.<ref>{{cite web|title=Premiere: Listen to Gov’s ‘Nights’ EP|url=http://ca.complex.com/music/2016/03/gov-nights-ep-premiere|website=Complex CA|publisher=Complex Magazine|accessdate=29 March 2016|language=en}}</ref> In the fall of 2016, Keffaleng released his debut project, the “Still Shanti” ep which showcased his trap-soul inspired body of work, receiving accolades from Hip Hop Canada - Sarah Jay’s Top 40 Up-And-Coming Canadian Rappers & Crews of 2016.<ref>{{cite web|title=Keffaleng - "Still Shanti" (EP)|url=http://www.thisis50.com/profiles/blogs/keffaleng-still-shanti-ep|website=www.thisis50.com|publisher=ThisIs50|accessdate=17 November 2016|language=en}}</ref> Currently Keffaleng owns an independent recording label DPXND, he released his debut ep, “Not So Famous” in March, 2017.

== Early life ==

Aaron Alem better known as “Keffaleng” was born to Ethiopian immigrants in Scarborough, Ontario, Canada on January 26, 1995. Throughout most of his childhood, Keffaleng lived in the Victoria Park section until his family relocated to the heart of Downtown, Toronto. Keffaleng was introduced to music by his father at a very young age. It was by his father that Keffaleng was brought to an array of music from Michael Jackson, Harry Belafonte, Miles Davis, Jimi Hendrix, Kool and The Gang, Marvin Gaye, Aretha Franklin, Diana Ross, and Lionel Richie. The symmetry for music and composing was developed while singing hymns at the Ethiopian Orthodox Church where he learned the Ge’ez language. Keffaleng East African roots have a deep influence on his musical style which many describe as a fusion of Trap Soul and Hip hop. Keffaleng analyze and processes music in a philosophical sense, discecting the root meanings of compositions of hip-hop to be exact. Although, 50 Cent “Get Rich Or Die Trying” album would have an immense impact on his life and perspective on music, it was hip hop artist, [[Kid Cudi]] musical style that became his musical influence. It was [[Kid Cudi]] influence through music that led Keffaleng towards the likes of artist such as Kanye west, Linkin Park, Cold Play and N.E.R.D.

==Music career==

In 2016, Keffaleng was featured on [[Toronto]] artist GOV “Nights” ep which resulted in a video for LowKey / On My Mind.<ref>{{cite web|title=Toronto's Next Breakout Artist Keffaleng Releases "Hit It And Quit It" Produced by VinnyX|url=http://respect-mag.com/2017/02/torontos-next-breakout-artist-keffaleng-releases-hit-quit/|website=RESPECT.|publisher=Respect Inc|accessdate=2 February 2017|date=13 February 2017}}</ref> Later that fall in 2016, Keffaleng released his debut project, the “Still Shanti” EP which showcased his trap-soul inspired body of work receiving accolades from Hip Hop Canada - Sarah Jay’s Top 40 Up-And-Coming Canadian Rappers & Crews of 2016.<ref>{{cite web|title=Song Of The Day: Keffaleng Previews Not So Famous Project With "Off The Wall" Single|url=http://www.hiphopcanada.com/2017/01/song-of-the-day-keffaleng-previews-not-so-famous-project-with-off-the-wall-single/|website=HipHopCanada.com|publisher=Hip Hop Canada|accessdate=29 December 2016|date=21 January 2017}}</ref> The “Still Shanti” ep, a cohesive five track project produced by CVRE, Vinnyx & Nahum produced several singles that went on to gain national radio play in major U.S. markets. The “Still Shanti” ep gained attention from editorials such as HipHopCanada, Thisis50 & Itzbizkit .

The momentum surrounding “Still Shanti” set the singer; songwriter & producer up for his follow up March 6, 2017 released project “Not So Famous”.<ref>{{cite web|title=Keffaleng Releases Wavy New EP ‘Not So Famous’ {{!}} MTV UK|url=http://www.mtv.co.uk/the-wrap-up/blog/keffaleng-releases-wavy-new-ep-not-so-famous|website=MTV / UK|publisher=MTV|accessdate=23 March 2017|language=en}}</ref> Premiered by Vibe Magazine and supported by MTV, Hotnewhiphop, Allhiphop, and the popular website 2DopeBoyz.com, the ep has gained a moving response with The Source Magazine naming Keffaleng a “Canadian Mastermind”.<ref>{{cite web|last1=Rathon|first1=Rocko|title=Keffaleng Liberates His ‘Not So Famous’ EP Feat. Amir Obè|url=http://thesource.com/2017/03/07/keffaleng-liberates-his-not-so-famous-ep-feat-amir-obe/|website=The Source|accessdate=7 March 2017|date=7 March 2017}}</ref> The”Not So Famous” featured 7 tracks which includes a collaboration with [[Def Jam]] recording artist [[Amir Obe]] on the Davinci produced single, “Yeah, Yeah”.<ref>{{cite web|title=Listen to Keffaleng’s New Song "Yeah Yeah" featuring Amir Obe|url=http://www.thesmokersclub.com/music/listen-keffaleng-new-song-yeah-yeah-featuring-amirobe/|website=The Smokers Club|accessdate=6 March 2017}}</ref> The ep title “Not So Famous” is a declaration that fame is one of the most dangerous drugs in existence.<ref>{{cite web|title=Premiere: Keffaleng’s Moody ‘Not So Famous’ EP|url=http://www.vibe.com/2017/03/premiere-keffalengs-moody-not-so-famous-ep/|website=Vibe|publisher=Vibe Magazine|accessdate=14 March 2017|date=6 March 2017}}</ref> The follow up single, "Anything" and lucid dreams gained national airplay on [[DJ Clue?]] Dessert Storm Radio All Star Show as well as [[DJ Skee]], Dash Radio Show on the XXL Station. In April 2017, Keffaleng hit single "Anything" was featured on Rap Season "Rap Season Mix," mixed by DJ,blogger, and radio host Josephine Cruz.<ref>{{cite web|title=Rap Season Mix|url=http://rapseason.com/2017/04/11/rapseason-mix-jayemkayem/|website=RapSeason|publisher=Rap Season|accessdate=11 April 2017}}</ref> Keffaleng single, "Anything" was also added to the video on demand provider [[Music Choice]], rap music channel #855 in April 2017.

On April 20, 2017, Keffaleng was introduced to [[Apple Music]] online program [[Beats 1|Beats 1 Radio]], in the new "Discovered" Spotlight for the single "Anything" by Vice President of [[Emmis Communications]] (WQHT Hot 97NY) / radio personality [[Ebro Darden|Ilbrahim "Ebro" Darden]]. Later in the same month, Keffaleng made the playlist for Dinner Land TV "Whip Sessions" curated by Yanblaze and Nerd Nash. Keffaleng was featured on the playlist of [[IHeartRadio]] station "Dais Creates" show "Trakhaüs Radio episode 20" powered by Karla May on May 2, 2017.<ref>{{cite web|title=Trakhaüs Episode 20|url=http://hustlegrl.com/blog/2017/05/trakhaus-radio-episode-20/|website=HustleGirl|publisher=HustleGirl|accessdate=2 May 2017}}</ref> In May 2017, [[Complex (magazine)|Complex]] featured the single "Anything" in the "Northern Torch" as making the list of Canada best Canadian songs for the month of April 2017.<ref>{{cite web|title=Northern Touch: The Best Canadian Songs Of The Month (April)|url=http://ca.complex.com/music/2017/05/northern-touch-complex-canada-best-canadian-songs-april-2017/|website=Complex CA|accessdate=19 May 2017|language=en}}</ref> Keffaleng was also Interviewed by Hip Hop Canada, on May 5, 2017 which he discussed the "Not So Famous ep", the dangers of fame, and the importance of [[Kid Cudi]].<ref>{{cite web|title=Not So Famous: Keffaleng Discusses The Dangers Of Fame & The Importance Of Kid Cudi|url=http://www.hiphopcanada.com/2017/05/not-so-famous-keffaleng-discusses-the-dangers-of-fame-the-importance-of-kid-cudi/|website=HipHopCanada.com|accessdate=19 May 2017|date=10 May 2017}}</ref> On May 19, 2017, Keffaleng was recognized and included by [[Noisey |Noisey (Vice)]] into the Essential Guide to [[Toronto]] Rap.<ref>{{cite web|title=The Essential Guide to Toronto Rap|url=https://noisey.vice.com/en_ca/article/the-essential-guide-to-torontorap|website=Noisey|language=en-ca}}</ref>

On May 23, 2017, the video for the ep's title track "Not So Famous", directed by RXSH was debuted by [[Vibe (magazine)|Vibe]].<ref>{{cite web|title=Keffaleng's "Not So Famous" Video Takes Fans To Toronto|url=http://www.vibe.com/2017/05/keffalengs-not-so-famous-video-premiere/|website=Vibe|accessdate=6 June 2017|date=23 May 2017}}</ref> The single "Anything" was featured on Topsify playlist via [[Apple Music]] on June 5th, 2017. In July, 2017, Keffaleng was featured and interviewed in [[Respect. (magazine)|Respect. Magazine]] G-SHOCK segment as Toronto's Creatively Emerging Enigma.<ref>{{cite web|title=RESPECT. Interview: This Is Keffaleng. Toronto's Creatively Emerging Enigma {{!}} RESPECT.|url=http://respect-mag.com/2017/07/respect-interview-this-is-keffaleng-torontos-creatively-emerging-enigma/|website=RESPECT.|date=12 July 2017}}</ref>

== Discography ==

=== Studio album ===
{| class="wikitable plainrowheaders" style="text-align:center;"
|- Album, with selected information
! scope="col" style="width:13em;" | Title
! scope="col" style="width:16em;" | Album details
|-
!scope="row"|''Still Shanti EP''
|
* Released: 2016
* Label: DPXND (Deep End)
* Formats: [[Compact Disc|CD]], [[Music download|digital download]]
|-
!scope="row"|''Not So Famous EP''
|
* Released: 2017
* Label: DPXND (Deep End)
* Formats: [[Compact Disc|CD]], [[Music download|digital download]]
|}

===Singles===
{| class="wikitable plainrowheaders" style="text-align:center;"
|-
! scope="col" style="width:15em;" | Title
! scope="col" | Year
! scope="col" | Album
|-
! scope="row"| "Our Year"
| rowspan="2"| 2016
| rowspan="2"|“Still Shanti ep”
|-
! scope="row"| "D.K.M.B."
|-
! scope="row"| "Off the Wall"
| rowspan="2"| 2016
| rowspan="2" {{N/A|Non-album single}}
|-
! scope="row"| "Hit It And Quit It"<ref>{{cite web|title=keffaleng {{!}} 2DOPEBOYZ|url=http://2dopeboyz.com/tag/keffaleng/|website=2dopeboyz.com|publisher=2dopeboyz|accessdate=29 August 2016}}</ref>
|-
! scope="row"| “Yeah, Yeah” featuring [[Amir Obe]]
| rowspan="2"| 2017
| rowspan="2"| “Not So Famous"
|-
! scope="row"| "Anything"
|-
|}

==References==
{{Reflist}}

== External links ==
* {{facebook|Keffaleng}}

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[[Category:1995 births]]
[[Category:Black Canadian musicians]]
[[Category:Living people]]
[[Category:Musicians from Toronto]]

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