“The things we say to ourselves can be so horrible & mean, things that we would never say to anyone else, so you want to become your own best friend.”
Songwriter
“I do not see myself as a budding star, just somebody who wants to share his songs with everybody.”
The new single Time and Money brings together a somewhat nostalgic RnB verse melody, with dreamy production and equally ethereal vocals, to elevate that passionate conviction and heartfelt lyricism as ever, but to deliver an ultimately unique take on his reflective style.
At the peak of an unrivaled year of solo musical success, the mighty LAZORE kicks things up a few notches, for the fast-paced and addictively melodic pop-punk-style Searching For Something.
Underling hints of influence from the likes of Bowie in certain vocal tremors and inflections, alongside an otherwise folk-pop writing style akin to The Beatles, Toxicon utilizes classic doo-wop vocal harmonies and colourful keys riffs, to maintain a sense of bounce and beauty that’s consistent with the lyrical reflections.
The song explores the story of a brief romance that appeared with the promise of longevity and depth, before being snatched away by an unexpected change of heart.
Based out of Seattle, WA, Ryan Graves has been an active Christian Rock and Pop Singer, Performer and Actor since 1993, with seven official CD releases to his name, including the 2023 album ‘Legacy’.
“The titular track Human from my new album doesn’t even rhyme. It doesn’t have to. What has to happen is the story has to be told.”
Encapsulating the purpose of the album as an art-form, Stokerstl presents a cinematic and intricate journey, disguised as a fine collection of indie-pop songs both organic and catchy, for the naturally memorable, thought-provoking Programmed to Exist.
“Creative expression is something I believe is in every one of us, a kind of humans’ spiritual survival.”
The final resolve of ‘You’re not welcome around here’ is brilliant. The band ultimately leave you tracing back through the lyrical journey, exploring the ideas and references and, hopefully, immersing yourself in refreshed perspective and empathy.
Translating to Mother of Mankind, or Garden of Eden, ALKEBULAN is thought to be the ancient and indigenous name of Africa prior to its colonization. This album celebrates homecoming and ancestral connection.