For some artists, the act of creating - taking the time to pull the expression of self from within and putting it on paper or on record - is the difference between life and death. The exploration of self through writing and music goes from being merely an action to an outlet that allows an individual to gain mental and emotional clarity. For KWDAGOAT, a young creative from Connecticut, recognizing the vital role artistic expression has played in his life has helped to shape the journey he now embarks on. Through his music, KWDAGOAT hopes to inspire. And he hopes his listeners find a space within his soundscape to connect and feel the range of emotions life has them feeling. It's a safe space, so to speak, to show up as you are and feel whatever you're feeling. Music saved his life and now he's using it to make an impact on the lives of other people who may be experiencing some of the same things he was early on in his life. It's one thing to have a goal like that. It...
The Sunday Series was launched by Jaden Castro in November as his "way of showing [his] journey, thoughts, and energy with you, one verse at a time." The collection of freestyles and accompanying visuals, of which five have been dropped so far, featured Castro flowing freely over an instrumental, with each episode capturing the unique essence the traveled artist brings to the table. Since the majority of the episodes clock in at less than 2 minutes, it doesn't require much time investment to check out the series in its entirety. But if you've ever pressed play on a Castro joint, you already know you'll be playing it back more than once to catch the intricate collection of lyrical gems being dropped. "Phoenix" is the most recent Sunday Series release. Throughout the track, Jaden floats over the mystifying instrumental in jaw dropping fashion as his explosive energy juxtaposes with the energy of the sonic backdrop. Those that have been listening to Cast...