With a sound and vibe that has drawn the attention of thousands; alt-rock singer Nick Thompson, popular with the name Surfinonthelake is rightfully riding the waves of success with the launch of his new melodious single ‘Shakin The Dice’. The singer has performed brilliantly and has played stylistically with classic electric guitar rhythms to present a mesmerizing soundscape, His eclectic singing combined with the stunning hip-hop drum patterns makes the song a perfect listen for any mood. The singer sets out the underlying meaning of the song with his impactful verses and engulfs all with his dreamy harmonic sonic influences.
Recently our team had the opportunity to share a short conversation with the talented singer and he was quite eager to share his journey with us. Read below to know more:
Daily Music Roll : Following the release of your new single you are receiving much appreciation from the crowd, how do you feel about it?
Surfinonthelake : If people really appreciate and enjoy the music, I will feel very grateful because that’s the whole reason you make music.
Daily Music Roll : For how long have you been curating music?
Surfinonthelake : Most of my life, start messing around with it when I was 7 or 8. I’m 31 now.
Daily Music Roll : How would you like to describe your music?
Surfinonthelake : I think my music can best be described as a fusion of modern and classic sounds. A lot of guitars and live instruments meet modern production.
Daily Music Roll : What prompted you to create ‘Shakin The Dice’?
Surfinonthelake : I was working a security job that was pretty laid back. I playing the chords and messing with the melody, the words came after the melody. I guess the song is about how much of a gamble life can be sometimes.
Daily Music Roll : Who or what has always worked as your major source of inspiration?
Surfinonthelake : Anything really, although I do like a well produced song. Food and travel and movies all play their part.
Daily Music Roll : How do you wish your fans to connect with your music?
Surfinonthelake : Add it to their library and jam that bad boy every day!
Daily Music Roll : What do you feel sets you apart from the others?
Surfinonthelake : I’m no different from anyone else
Daily Music Roll : Where do you find yourself in the coming five years?
Surfinonthelake : Owning a house and having a good time.
Daily Music Roll : Do you ever have an artist’s-block, if yes how do you get over it?
Surfinonthelake : To be honest, no. I can always create something. Sometimes you gotta make a lot of really crappy music to make one good song.
Daily Music Roll : Does your creativity extend beyond music?
Surfinonthelake : Yeah for sure, you can be creative in anything from your daily routine to the way you talk and the places you go. Whatever it is, do it your way.
Daily Music Roll : What has been your fondest memory so far?
Surfinonthelake : Music wise would be playing a show for a full auditorium at an alumni event at my alma mater.
Daily Music Roll : What’s the best piece of advice you have received so far?
Surfinonthelake : Don’t buy the cow if you can get the milk for free.
