Music’s limitless creative arc is being presented through the captivating verses of country, bluegrass, and pop by artist TuskHead. He is back with the blissful credence of his newly released track ‘Regrets’ that brims with the creative belle of lyrical and musical modules all set in one continuous flow of cultural coordination. The song also features artists Debora and Rebecca as backing vocalists along with Glenn Welman’s percussionist instincts making the song a collective scope of a creative roundabout. From the use of musical elements to placing them in the right chronology of the song’s thematic progression, he stands out as an artist of purpose and pursuits.
The song ‘Regrets’ displays some of the most conspicuous flavors of the bluegrass and country musical characteristics juxtaposed in an engaging linear fashion with the incorporation of pop influences. The guitar progressions and rhythms beautifully complement the underlying thematic sense of the song and the result is yet another outstanding piece by TuskHead. The song also brings the artist and his audience in one line of mutual resonance that makes it all the most inclusive as a cultural art form. Follow his work on Spotify, Instagram, and Facebook for a charming scope of musical and creative latitudes.
- How important is thematic relevance in a song?
I think it’s very important. It’s probably the basics of your songwriting most of the time.
- What role does the cultural roots or upbringing of an artist play in his or her soundscape?
It does shape you as a person, but I don’t think it has to define you or the music you create. As you grow as a person, so does your taste in music and the style you create music in.
- What inspires you the most as a musician?
Life in general, friends, and other musicians that I look up to.
- How do you incorporate multiple influences into one blended, continuous course?
I guess that’s the amazing part about living in today’s day and age. There are so much accessible music and things out there to inspire and influence you. Just do what you love and let the music guide you. Don’t try to make a certain genre of music, just create what you love and what suits you. And sometimes that turns out in a blend of different styles and influences I guess, haha.
- What relevance does your alter ego TuskHead play in your personal growth?
A lot! As TuskHead grows so do I personally. You can’t have one without the other. That’s mainly because the music I write is about the things I feel and encounter in life. Also as you grow and make decisions in life so does your alter ego.
- Is live performance an instrumental step in an artist’s development?
I do think so. I started out as a studio-only musician around 8 years ago and wrote mainly instrumental music. When I took the step to play live and write music with others I really started to grow both as a person and as a musician. That’s also when I started writing lyrics myself and performing my own songs.
- Who are your favorite contemporary artists?
I’m currently really into music by The White Buffalo. His lyrics are phenomenal and his music is so well written! He’s a huge inspiration for me at the moment. I’ve also been a big fan of Dave Stewart ever since I heard his ‘The Blackbird Diaries’ album! The mixture of rock&roll, country, and blues in his latest albums is amazing! It really fits where I am in my life right now.
- Do you think that making music in the lines of a hybrid genre can potentially garner more audience?
I think it can. Your music can appeal to fans of both genres and besides that, you’re usually doing something more unique, which can make you stand out more.
- How important are music videos?
I think they’re quite important to reach a wider audience. In this day and age, everyone wants to ‘see’ things instead of only hearing music. Especially when you look at social media platforms like Facebook and primarily Instagram. It’s all about visually appealing and attractive content. Which can make it hard as a musician, because you’re focused on the music, not on the video-making part. You’ve got to know the right people who want to help you out or really hire people for that, which can be hard as an independent musician.
- What does the future look for bluegrass?
I think it will continue evolving as it has always done. People will continue the traditional style but also experiment with new ways of creating music within the genre. The other day I heard the band Gangstagrass for the first time. It’s a blend of rap and bluegrass, I love that stuff! It’s so original!
- Do emotions play an important role in your lyrical structures?
Absolutely! In my opinion, you can’t have real music if you don’t put your emotion and feelings into it. I started writing lyrics because of the things I’ve been to, the things I encountered in my life. It’s the best way to cope with hardship.
- Any pointer for upcoming musicians?
Keep creating and doing what you love, don’t let anyone stop you.
