American artist Namor just unveiled his debut album “Mile High Club”, blending synth-pop with heavy dance/electronic elements. We got to chat with the artist about how he got into music, his influences and upcoming plans.
What inspired you to pursue a career in music, and what drew you specifically to the synth/pop/electronic genres?
Music has always been a part of my life. Somehow along the way, I got lucky enough to end up creating my own. The synth pop genre is not something I would limit myself to but it’s the best way to define my songs right now. I’m drawn to synths because of how adaptable they are. Back in the 80s, they were a sound of the future. Today, they’re a sound of the present, yet they still remind us of the nostalgic past while beckoning to the distant future. It’s beautiful.
How do you approach writing and producing your music? What role do synths and electronic instruments play in your creative process?
I try not to force imagination. I believe in the idea of allowing yourself to experience life around you and to channel those feelings into your art. Synths and drum machines have been a part of my production since I first started making music, and they will always have a presence in my music.
Can you tell us more about your first album Mile High Club? What’s your favourite track?
I’ve been receiving an overwhelming amount of love for this album, and I’m incredibly grateful to see how much everyone has been enjoying it. It’s hard for me to choose a favourite, but one of my favourites is “The Mood”. Marzz delivered a great vocal performance and I think it was definitely one of the catchiest choruses we’ve written.
Many synth-pop artists have a distinct visual aesthetic that accompanies their music and you are no exception. How do you incorporate visual art into your creative work?
I enjoy building a world around the music and allowing the audience to experience it through my eyes, with room for self-interpretation. What I’ve shown so far is just the beginning of the spectacle to come.
The music industry is constantly evolving, with new technologies and genres emerging all the time. How do you stay current and relevant in such a fast-paced industry?
I think a lot of artists focus too much on staying a part of the wave that they end up losing what makes them unique in this industry. The key is to ignore the noise and just create something personal that you can enjoy, even if nobody else enjoys it. As long as you do that with consistency, no amount of evolution can get in your way. It becomes timeless.
Live performance is an important aspect of being a musician, especially in the electronic genre. How do you adapt your music to a live setting, and what do you aim to convey to your audience through your performances?
I like to add to the shows as much as I can through performative storytelling. I tend to be emotive in nature, and I think that works well for my live shows.
What have you got planned for the rest of the year?
I’m in the process of planning out some more content for the Mile High Club. But, I’m also in the midst of producing both LifeonMarzz and Tucker Starbuck’s solo projects, picking up from where they left off on my album. Most of all, I’ve got a lot more solo music on the way. Those few vocals I had on MHC were just a tease of what’s to come…
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