My debut solo album
@bossanova.frankenstein "Heavy Relic" is OUT NOW in the world!
It's an ambitious and cinematic record that marks a big milestone for me in my artistic journey. It's still working its way through the streaming wormhole so it's not up everywhere, but you can listen now on Spotify, Itunes, and Bandcamp.
Produced and mixed by Alex Newport
@alexnewps in his Tiny Creatures studio in Yucca Valley.
Drums by Michael Wallace
@milk_jagger and Aaron Farinelli
@aaronfarinelli
Extra special thanks to
@aus.funkt which gave me the experience and drive to do this,
@montelbaun for recording us in Montreal,
@glasseyemerchant and
@bulgarsalad for their artistic collaborations and to all who helped me or supported me in bringing this monster to life.
The album itself is a loose concept of death and rebirth- of falling apart, picking up the pieces, stitching yourself back up, and finding your voice once again.
It's got fun songs about horse-thieves on the run, love-starved cannibals, forbidden romance between a man and a galaxy, pyromaniacs moving back home, and ill-fated couples tangled in a satanic sex cult. And of course...there's Bossanova Frankenstein.
But there are also songs of a more personal and introspective nature, ruminating on past mistakes, break-ups, anxiety, aging and depression, while ending on ultimately an optimistic affirmation of hope with the simple message "I Believe In You".
This experience gave me a sense of purpose and direction that kept me grounded throughout the daily chaos of the world these past few years. I encourage anyone currently feeling lost or unsure of what path to take, to pick up that old guitar, take on a really personal project or goal they've been putting off for a long time and just start working towards it. The process is somewhat painful and slow, but it keeps us moving forward and is a defiant message in difficult times. Your art, will set you free.
Okay, enough already- listen to the album, and enjoy!
Bossanova Frankenstein 🎸⚡🧟
