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DREgottheBLUES - Wrong Kind


There are a lot of talented artists in Connecticut flying under the radar - young creatives who are putting in the work to organically build a platform to stand on, in hopes of gaining a larger audience for their art and their expression. It's kids and young adults out there chasing dreams, ignoring the naysayers and taking heed of the insight and wisdom from the older cats who helped pave the road upon which they are now walking. 

DREgottheBLUES is perhaps one of the most notable examples of this, making waves and gaining notoriety in recent years. If you've had the pleasure of witnessing the CT-native live, or you've pressed play on any of his releases, you're aware of the energy he carries. There's a blunt authenticity about him, coupled with a child-like nature that simultaneously blends and clashes with his mature, experienced perspective. In a world where the game is saturated with copies and trends, DREgottheBLUES is carving his own path and, as a result, he emanates an undeniable star power. 

"Wrong Kind" serves as the first release from Dre in 2025. The track, which he refers to as "a page out of [his] journal," is highlighted by the artist's silky smooth delivery. The listener gets a sense Dre has been gaining wisdom through the experience of living his life - he's gained knowledge through lessons, learning with each step of his journey. The reflective and introspective record is a trip into the mind of a confident young man who is wise beyond his years yet still hitting the hurdles, falling down and having to figure out how to get back up and keep moving forward. 

With a self-professed goal of wanting to share more this year, it's looking like 2025 may be his year to shine. "Wrong Kind" is available now on SoundCloud and Bandcamp. 

Listen to the track below. 
 

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