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Out Music: Brandyn Killz “Losin’ It”

Out artist and producer Brandyn Killz
Brandyn Killz (promo photo)
Out artist and producer Brandyn Killz recently dropped an upbeat new single written for a friend struggling with addiction titled, “Losin’ It.” The track is an infectious dance anthem for anyone faced with a challenge. “Losin’ It” is a fighter’s anthem,” shared Brandyn in a recent interview with SonicSmoothie. “It’s one of those songs you can use to encourage a friend or give yourself a boost. It’s an instant invite to dance your troubles away with me. Describing his music as “electro-soulpop,” Brandyn views music as a form of release and escape; a place where he can be whoever he wants to be, and where he can invite his listeners to do the same, even if only for a moment.

A blend of pop and modern electro with echoes of 70s and 80s classics, the San Diego-based artist’s analog-meets-digital approach to music (fueled by 10 years of music production experience) results in catchy tunes that are “all electronic & dangerously pop.” Intent on inducing feelings of empowerment and independence, Brandyn’s songs are about finding a positive headspace while dealing with complex emotions. Check out “Losin’ It” below and follow him on social media here. https://www.instagram.com/p/CNGd1N8BjrU/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link https://www.instagram.com/p/CMvoZpBhiMH/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link https://www.instagram.com/p/CMaRj7FBhwP/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link

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Indie Artist Morgxn Remembers Childhood Wonder ‘A New Way’

I’ve been meaning to share this acoustic version of “A New Way” by alt/pop artist Morgxn for a while now. While he dropped the full studio version of the song and music video back in late June (you can view it here), it was this stripped down, reimagined iteration that captured my attention as he ruminates on the theme of childhood innocence lost and reframes the storytelling in the most charming way.

I don’t know how I got lost, don’t know how I got caught I don’t want to feel anxious anymore And I want to feel like we’re young, want to feel like we’re bold I don’t want to feel anxious anymore

In the song, Morgxn mentions two ages – 14 and 19. Earlier this year, he shared the significance of those times in his life with Billboard:

Fourteen was an age where I was wistful and naive. I played with toys in the bathtub longer than I should ever admit in an interview [laughs]. I wore a Superman cape to school not on Halloween, at an age that is probably not safe to admit either. That was where 14 came from, I felt youthful and that anything was possible.

Nineteen was the first time I was living on my own and I was all like, “I’m 19 and living on my own, this is fucking awesome!” And it was, because I was finally able to come out at 19, but I was finally able to honestly look at myself and say, “You might be into boys.” They were just two places in my life where I wasn’t so concerned with anything except for living my best life.

I’m quite taken with the acoustic version of the song and the music video. Charming, wistful, pensive and open. Who wants to help build a cardboard castle? (And yes, that is his real brother at the end of the video…) Find more info on the rising indie pop artist by clicking over to his official website here.