Grieves, thanks for doing this AMA man! I've been absolutely hooked on your music ever since I heard Scar Gardens like 5 years ago. I haven't stopped listening to Together/Apart, or any of your other albums for that matter, since it came out nearly 3 years ago (Man has it been that long already?!). I hope this doesn't get buried too quickly. I figured this would be the best way to express my gratitude for your work, something I've always wanted to do but never had a proper avenue to do so. I'm a huge hip-hop fan, both mainstream and independent, but appreciating it as an art is sometimes challenging; however, I consider your lyrics true poetry. Something about your music just resonates so well with me. You have such a talent for taking personal issues and putting it into a song that really speaks to people. I often describe the themes of your music as "dark" (which is sometimes certainly true), but the more I listen, the more uplifting your words become. I can't even begin to thank you for all the help your music has provided me over the years. I gravitate towards it in times of need as an escape, but also times of pure joy too.
Are the songs you write emotionally draining on you? The personal level you bring some of your songs to paints a picture of a man who has been through struggles and ultimately learned how to live with his demons. It sounds corny but I've learned so much about myself through you and I'll appreciate that for forever.
I've got a couple little questions to ask you:
What song has been your favorite to write and record? I've got to say that Sunnyside of Hell is one of my all time favorites.
What was working with Budo like? That little guy had such an amazing stage presence! Him switching back and forth between the trumpet and guitar was so cool to watch. Was it hard to make this new album without him?
Before I ramble on too long I wanted to thank you specifically for one line in particular from Catapults: "find the beauty in the little things you can't control." This one line has brought immense comfort to me every time I hear it. Thanks for everything you've done for me without knowing it. I can't even explain how much I'm looking forward to hearing your new album when it drops Tuesday!
Ps. I was disappointed you weren't headlining a show in Minneapolis on tour this spring but I understand that you've been here many times already and you're looking to go to new cities for your fans. I can't make it to Fifth Element next week but the good news is I'll see you at Soundset! Good luck on tour and congratulations on the new album, I'm sure it's gonna be another classic!
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Grieves, thanks for doing this AMA man! I've been absolutely hooked on your music ever since I heard Scar Gardens like 5 years ago. I haven't stopped listening to Together/Apart, or any of your other albums for that matter, since it came out nearly 3 years ago (Man has it been that long already?!). I hope this doesn't get buried too quickly. I figured this would be the best way to express my gratitude for your work, something I've always wanted to do but never had a proper avenue to do so. I'm a huge hip-hop fan, both mainstream and independent, but appreciating it as an art is sometimes challenging; however, I consider your lyrics true poetry. Something about your music just resonates so well with me. You have such a talent for taking personal issues and putting it into a song that really speaks to people. I often describe the themes of your music as "dark" (which is sometimes certainly true), but the more I listen, the more uplifting your words become. I can't even begin to thank you for all the help your music has provided me over the years. I gravitate towards it in times of need as an escape, but also times of pure joy too.
Are the songs you write emotionally draining on you? The personal level you bring some of your songs to paints a picture of a man who has been through struggles and ultimately learned how to live with his demons. It sounds corny but I've learned so much about myself through you and I'll appreciate that for forever.
I've got a couple little questions to ask you: What song has been your favorite to write and record? I've got to say that Sunnyside of Hell is one of my all time favorites.
What was working with Budo like? That little guy had such an amazing stage presence! Him switching back and forth between the trumpet and guitar was so cool to watch. Was it hard to make this new album without him?
Before I ramble on too long I wanted to thank you specifically for one line in particular from Catapults: "find the beauty in the little things you can't control." This one line has brought immense comfort to me every time I hear it. Thanks for everything you've done for me without knowing it. I can't even explain how much I'm looking forward to hearing your new album when it drops Tuesday!
Ps. I was disappointed you weren't headlining a show in Minneapolis on tour this spring but I understand that you've been here many times already and you're looking to go to new cities for your fans. I can't make it to Fifth Element next week but the good news is I'll see you at Soundset! Good luck on tour and congratulations on the new album, I'm sure it's gonna be another classic!
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