2BYG
Inside their press conversation, the Dallas-Fort Worth quartet reflect on identity, harmony, and evolving their sound from The Yearbook into its next chapter.
By William Whitworth
04/15/26 - 1824 Conference
R&B groups are finding their footing again, and rising Texas quartet 2BYG are stepping into that space with confidence, chemistry, and a clear sense of purpose. Hailing from the Dallas Fort Worth area, the group, made up of Matt Brown, Tourè, Nixx, and KD, first built momentum online through viral covers before channeling that attention into a growing catalog of original music rooted in smooth harmonies and classic R&B storytelling.
With their debut project The Yearbook and singles like “Karma,” “Anything,” and their latest release “Be Mine,” 2BYG blend nostalgia with a modern Gen Z edge, reviving the essence of traditional boy groups while pushing it forward for a new audience. As they continue to build on their early success and expand their sound, the group is emerging at the forefront of a new wave of R&B, bringing harmony, vulnerability, and group dynamics back into focus.
Reframing the R&B Group Legacy
Early in the conversation, comparisons to 90s R&B groups surfaced—but the group was quick to draw a line between influence and imitation.
KD explained that their approach isn’t about recreating a specific era, but reinterpreting it through a modern lens. The nostalgia is intentional, but so is the evolution. Their sound exists at the intersection of what they grew up on and what defines today’s R&B landscape.It’s not about fitting into a legacy—it’s about extending it.
Authenticity Over Everything
When asked about navigating longevity in an unpredictable industry, Tourè emphasized the importance of staying grounded in identity.“Really finding our world so we can stay true to ourselves. No one can do you better than you.”
For him, sustainability in music comes from clarity—knowing who you are before the industry tries to define it for you. The artists who last, he noted, are the ones who resist shifting away from their core sound and vision.
If there’s one foundation that defines 2BYG sonically, it’s gospel.
Raised in church environments and shaped by gospel choirs, the group’s approach to harmony feels instinctive rather than constructed. That influence shows up most clearly in tracks like “Be Mine,” where layered vocals carry a depth that traces directly back to their upbringing.
For 2BYG, gospel isn’t just a reference point—it’s embedded in how they hear music.
Matt Brown expanded on that foundation, explaining how it translates into their modern sound:
“We all grew up in the church. When you think of the 70s, 80s, 90s—it all comes from a gospel background. We’re just keeping it true to us while making it current.”
The group also reflected on how deeply Fort Worth shapes their music—not as a single influence, but as a collection of sounds and experiences.
KD described the city as fast-growing and culturally layered, where exposure to different genres and perspectives naturally informs their creativity. Matt Brown pointed back to the strong gospel lineage in the Dallas–Fort Worth region, while Tourè emphasized that despite their local roots, their sound is built to travel.
They aren’t trying to sound regional—they’re trying to sound universal.
2BYG also spoke on their evolution from a trio to a four-member group with KD’s addition.
The shift expanded more than just their lineup—it reshaped their sound. Harmonies became fuller, arrangements more dynamic, and the creative process more layered with new perspective.
KD’s presence added an additional voice that didn’t just blend in, but broadened the group’s direction.
Expanding The Yearbook
With The Yearbook: 2nd Semester on the way, the group described the project as both continuation and evolution.
the new chapter builds on the foundation of the original release while expanding sonically into more mature territory. The focus shifts toward more intricate musicality—chords, structure, and lyrical depth that reflect their current stage of life.
It’s a transition record in every sense—documenting growth rather than reinventing identity.
At their core, 2BYG’s message is simple: stay true, stay grounded, and let the music speak. Whether it’s gospel-rooted harmonies or modern R&B storytelling, their focus isn’t on fitting into a lane—it’s on building something lasting. And if this next chapter is any indication, they’re only getting started.