08/12/2026
Just your local injera dealer
track id: walk in the room by nwr & anweezy
anweezy is an ethiopian-american artist, producer, songwriter, and creative executive known for blending emotionally driven storytelling with cinematic production and forward-thinking hip-hop. born and raised in falls church, virginia, he first built his reputation as a producer, working on more than 1,000 released records before stepping into the spotlight as a recording artist. his years behind the boards helped shape a sound that feels both polished and deeply personal, allowing him to seamlessly move between rap, r&b, alternative, and experimental music while maintaining a distinct creative identity.
anweezy is also known by his alter ego, nwr, a creative extension of his artistry that allows him to explore different sonic landscapes and perspectives while remaining rooted in the same uncompromising vision. together, the two identities reflect the versatility and evolution that define his career.
beyond his solo releases, anweezy is the founder of aktiv records, where he focuses on discovering talent, developing artists, and creating opportunities for independent musicians around the world. his work reflects a commitment to building long-term careers rather than chasing trends, combining music, visual storytelling, and artist development into one creative vision.
as an artist, anweezy's music explores ambition, vulnerability, relationships, mental resilience, and self-belief. whether delivering melodic records, introspective rap, or genre-blending collaborations, his goal is to create music that resonates long after the first listen. with a growing international audience, an extensive production catalog, and an expanding presence as both an artist and entrepreneur, anweezy continues to push the boundaries of what it means to be an independent creative in today's music industry.
