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Building the World of the Hollow

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I embarked on this project a long time ago. Perhaps it only lived in my mind back then. The Covid-19 pandemic, despite its challenges, provided me with the opportunity to dive deeper into writing music. Being confined to my home, I had more time to focus inward and channel my creativity. While the pandemic was undoubtedly difficult for everyone, I saw it as a chance to hone my writing skills and experiment with new approaches.


I take immense pride in this project because it encapsulates the mood and sounds I aimed to achieve. I love the idea of spooky music with mystical elements, presented in a pop-driven and digestible way. While such themes are often found in metal and occult rock, my goal was to blend multiple inspirations into a more accessible pop/rock format.

Those who have been following my journey know that my plan is to release a new track each month, often accompanied by visual elements or mini music videos. I believe this will help build out the world I've spent so much time creating. Projects like this allow you to live in these worlds, and in turn, you grow to care deeply about them. Each listener will experience this world differently, but I hope it resonates just as strongly from their perspective.


Music has the incredible power to transport us to different places, and I find great appeal in moody, evocative music. Some may not share this preference, but for me, the joy lies in the creation process itself. Crafting this world is my way of achieving that sensory appeal.



Will this music be for everyone? Absolutely not. And that's okay. I remind myself that the act of creating is the joy I'm searching for.


Holden



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