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Bonnes Vibes
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Kouadio Augustin Kouassi, also known simply as AD, is an Ivorian artist building his identity at the intersection of rap and Afro-urban expression. Based in Côte d’Ivoire, he gained national recognition after winning the first season of Flow 225, a competitive platform spotlighting raw urban talent through live performances and televised exposure. That win positioned him as one of the notable new voices coming out of the country’s rap circuit.
His recording journey took shape in 2023 with the release of “Résistance de taki 1 (feat. Agato)”, a debut that introduced his style, a mix of street-rooted rap energy and Afro-driven bounce. The collaboration with Agato helped push his name into digital circulation, giving early listeners a glimpse of his tone and direction.
Rather than slow down after that first statement, AD built on the momentum. His project “Bonnes Vibes”, released in 2025 under Sony Music Entertainment Africa, shows an artist sharpening his approach. The project leans into feel-good energy while still carrying the grit that defined his entry point.
What stands out with AD is the balance. He carries the competitive hunger of someone who came up through a rap contest, yet he leans into broader Afro-urban sounds that travel easily across regions. That mix makes his catalog accessible without losing its street grounding.
From a competition stage in Abidjan to a backed project under a major label structure, AD is moving with intention, not just momentum.