KOJO FUNDS x TIMBERLAND CITYROAM

Kojo Funds features in a new video collaborating with Timberland Cityroam, in which the afro-swing artist revisits key locations of his upbringing in Canning Town, London, roaming the district and exploring his music roots. The film features the track ‘Who am I’ which will appear on Kojo Funds’ new mixtape Golden Boy to be released later this month.

In the video, Kojo showcases the community that shaped his cultural, musical and artistic development. Starting on Freemason’s road near where Kojo grew up, the video follows the rising star of UK afro-swing as he lays down a track at a local studio and gets a fresh cut in the neighbourhood barber, before relaxing and sharing stories with close friends he’s had since childhood.

Speaking about the video Kojo Funds said, “Collaborating with Cityroam to talk about my journey has been enlightening for me. I can see how the struggles and experiences I went through motivated me to work harder and led me to where I am now. When I was younger I would see my music idols wearing Timberland, so for me, it feels like I’ve come full circle”.

The new Timberland Cityroam Alpine chukka, available online and in-stores now, perfectly fuses Timberland’s iconic field boot heritage with outdoor utility innovation – the Cityroam is ideal for urban roaming.

We put a few questions to Kojo:

How did growing up in Canning Town London influence your development as an artist?

I would say that growing up in Canning Town influenced my development as an artist positively, the struggle and experiences I went through motivated me to go harder and perfect my craft.

What are your music memories of growing up in Canning Town London?

My first musical memories of growing up in Canning Town are the grime days back in the local park, learning how to spit bars, and listening to artists like Kano and Ghetts.

You are always on the move, how do your Cityroam’s fit your busy lifestyle?

Cityroams fit my lifestyle because I travel a lot, exploring different sides of the world and also the cultures of different places, I need shoes that look cool and are comfortable on long days.

What’s your favourite urban escape (ie green space) to explore near Canning Town?

My favourite urban escape has to be Barrier Park near the river Thames because it’s a space where I feel peaceful. Whenever I’m home I like to go there to reminisce on life and music.

We know your a fan of wearing Timberlands, why?

I’m a fan of wearing Timberlands because they have an old school flavour to them and style which I like. When I was younger I would see my idols wearing Timberland and that stuck with me.

Kojo’s mixtape Golden Boy, including track ‘Who Am I’ feat. Bugzy Malone, launches September 28th.