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artist feature: via crowe

All photos taken by James Waltsak @jwalttzco

Experience the essence of youth, heartbreak, and resilience in Via Crowe's captivating track "Traumopoly." Featured on our "Winter Rental" compilation, this song is a poignant exploration of the complexities of relationships. Let the evocative lyrics and haunting melodies transport you to a time of reflection and healing. Join us on this musical journey as we celebrate Via Crowe's contribution to the emotions encapsulated in "Winter Rental."

A few words about Via

Via Crowe was born and raised near a beach on the Jersey shore. She works on her music, "Where Music Lives"-Asbury Park, NJ. Via used to write little cheesy songs at a young age and played them in her living room for her family and friends.

As Via grew up she found songwriting as her outlet of choice. Via's goal is to make people feel everyone's voice matters and it's okay to have these feelings. Via Crowe’s debut album that came out this past October brings your through a story of emotion and heartache of growing of age! Via is influenced by Big Thief, Soccer Mommy, Lizzy Mcalpine, and Snail Mail. Via writes all of her song acoustically and let’s the recording process unfold from there!

As Via Crowe approaches the end of high school, her musical journey takes an exciting turn toward a prestigious musical university (still undecided where!). Beyond honing her craft, Via envisions a future where she not only delves deeper into her own music but also becomes a guiding force for others. With a passion for helping fellow musicians realize their full potential, Via's upcoming years promise a harmonious blend of personal growth and collaborative inspiration. Stay tuned for the next chapter in Via Crowe's musical odyssey—a future marked by creativity, mentorship, and boundless possibilities.

Look out for our compilation album out on FEBRUARY 2ND! PREORDER “WINTER RENTAL” NOW!

Support Via Crowe here- https://linktr.ee/viacrowe

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artist feature: Polaroid Fade

Get ready for a wild ride as we dive into a Q+A with Polaroid Fade, the dynamic quartet from Point Pleasant, New Jersey, featured on our compilation album, "Winter Rental." These musical mavericks bring not just catchy tunes but a dash of quirkiness to the scene. Learn the fun facts behind their 2023 hit, "Worry About Me Later," and join the party as we unveil the personalities that make Polaroid Fade the life of the musical fiesta!

The bands favorite nonmusical activity: Playing mini golf & playing arcade games that are way too difficult for our skill level.

Band general consensus on your ideal lineup to play with: We love playing with anyone that is cool and has good music. Being cool is WAY more important than good music however. ;)

Bands favorite snacks: Chik Fil A, Swedish Fish, Airhead Extremes.

Bands favorite albums: Reading, Writing and Arithemtic- The Sundays (DUH), The Queen Is Dead- The Smiths, Cerulean- The Ocean Blue, Heaven Or Las Vegas- Cocteau Twins , Ok Computer- Radiohead.

Your favorite live performance: We’ve only been playing live for about 6 months so we’d have to say Anchor Rock Club in Atlantic City has been our favorite so far!

Q+A w/ Polaroid Fade

What is Polaroid Fade’s origin story?

A 15 YEAR OLD NICOLETTA STARTED WRITING AND RECORDING SOME SONGS DURING COVID WITH HER DAD AND SOME OF THOSE SONGS BECAME EARLY POLAROID FADE SONGS. TWO YEARS LATER TYLER AND NICOLETTA STARTED ARRANGING THEM FOR A LIVE SET AND FOUR PIECE BAND. WE WERE LUCKY ENOUGH TO FIND GRACE AND RJ TO COMPLETE THE BAND ON BASS AND DRUMS. IT'S BEEN A FAMILY EVER SINCE!

Who does most of the songwriting?

NICOLETTA

What does a typical band practice look like for you guys?

AT PRACTICE WE FIND OURSELVES LAUGHING MORE THAN ACTUALLY PLAYING. WE NEED TO WORK ON THAT RATIO.

What made you want to add “Worry About Me Later” to the “Winter Rental”?

WORRY ABOUT ME LATER WAS ONE OF THOSE SONGS THAT WAS WRITTEN AND THROWN INTO THE SET REALLY QUICKLY. WE CHOSE IT FOR THE WINTER RENTAL COMPILATION BECAUSE IT'S BRAND NEW AND STILL OUR FAVORITE... UNTIL WE WRITE SOMETHING NEW!

What is Polaroid Fade’s plan for the future?

WE JUST WANT TO MAKE MUSIC THAT WE LOVE TO PLAY. WE HOPE THAT WE CAN CONTINUE TO GROW OUR AUDIENCE. THE SKY IS THE LIMIT!

Be sure to check out “Winter Rental” coming out on Friday, February 2nd! Preorders for CD’s starting soon!

Support Polaroid Fade by heading here- https://aboutme.style/PolaroidFade

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artist feature: sxctty

Scxtty is glowing up in a big way with us here at SPR! In honor of the new Compilation Album, “Winter Rental”, coming out on February 2nd, 2024, we will be releasing Scxtty’s new single titled “**GUTCHECK”.**
Pun intended when we say that this song will quite literally feel like a punch in the gut to all the people who fxcked you over. This is pop punk at it’s absolute finest.

In the realm of music, the true essence lies in the ability to connect with the audience, to evoke shared emotions, and to create a sense of community. For Scxtty, this connection serves as both inspiration and motivation in his musical journey.

In a recent conversation, Scxtty expressed that what truly inspires him musically is the profound connection he shares with his audience. Being able to relate to people who experience the same joys and pains as he does is not just empowering but also deeply comforting. This connection is the driving force behind his lyrical writing, where he aims not only to express himself but also to extend a helping hand to others, creating a shared experience through his music.

Scxtty's musical journey began at a remarkably young age, shaped by a childhood filled with singing since the tender age of 4. The turning point arrived at 14 when he embraced the bass guitar, adding a new dimension to his musical expression. From that moment on, attending concerts and witnessing other bands perform live became a catalyst for his creativity, propelling him towards reaching his goals in the music industry.

Currently, Scxtty finds inspiration in a diverse range of artists, each contributing to his evolving musical palette. Hazlett, MICO, Mt.Joy, Chris James, 44Phantom, and Pale Waves stand out as his current favorites, showcasing his eclectic taste and appreciation for a variety of musical genres.

Beyond the realm of music, Scxtty has also ventured into the world of modeling, adding another layer to his multifaceted career. His modeling journey took a significant step forward when he walked the runway for New York Fashion Week (NYFW) last September. Since then, he has booked numerous photoshoots and is set to grace the NYFW runway once again this February. The combination of music and modeling reflects Scotty's commitment to artistic expression in all its forms.

In addition to his musical and modeling pursuits, Scxtty is on a path to earn a master's degree in music therapy, further highlighting his dedication to both the art of music and its therapeutic potential. With an anticipated completion date in June, Scotty is poised to bring his passion for music into a professional therapeutic setting, making a meaningful impact on others through his musical expertise.

As we follow Scxtty journey, it becomes evident that his story is one of resilience, passion, and a relentless pursuit of artistic expression. Through his music, modeling, and academic endeavors, Scotty is creating a narrative that not only connects with his audience but also inspires others to embrace their passions and reach for their goals.

All images taken by James Waltsak @jwalttzco

Be sure to check out Scxtty’s single “GUTCHECK” coming out on our “Winter Rental” Compilation Album on Friday, February 2nd!

Support Scxtty here: https://cageriot.ffm.to/scxtty

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artist feature: Teen Idle

With the upcoming release of our “Winter Rental” Compilation Album, Sara, the fire behind Teen Idle, took her song Saccharine and stripped it down to its rawest form. we had a chat about some of favorite things and what inspires her to create.

Images taken by: James Waltsak @jwalttzco

Sara’s Favorite Things

Favorite food: for me nothing beats a really good taco. The best tacos I ever had were probably in LA! But the Brooklyn taco trucks in Bushwick are a close second.

Favorite beverage: Mint hot chocolate

Favorite color: Red!

Favorite season: Fall

Favorite movie: Train to Busan

**Favorite TV Show:** Last of Us/The Sopranos
**Favorite memory:** How do I choose! Thank goodness my long term memory is better than my short-term. I’ll probably say my study abroad experience in Copenhagen takes the cake
**Favorite concert:** Wolf Alice at the Bowery Ballroom or finally seeing Paramore live for the first time at Adjacent Fest in Atlantic City!

Q + A with Sara

Q: As someone who spent and spends a lot of time in bands, what made you want to go solo when writing and recording Teen Idle songs?

A: I’m a big lover of collaborating but I also know that if I didn’t have a solo project as an outlet for my ideas and feelings that I would be very frustrated. It takes me like 10 revisions to be happy with a mix, even if it’s for a song I produced for someone else, so I can’t imagine my main band being one where I had to run all my ideas past someone else first. I look at it like being an author. Every author has an editor but it’s still your voice. That’s why Teen Idle is most successful as a solo endeavor. Luckily I have other outlets like playing in Lightheaded and a bunch of other bands where I can really collaborate with friends. I do want to eventually start a band where I force myself to write with other people as a fun little challenge. I ended up recording everything by myself because I honestly just couldn’t afford a studio, but I also wanted to do a little trial by fire and come out of it all as a really good producer.

Q: What made you want to do a stripped down version of “Saccharine”?

A: “Saccharine” is probably the most intricate song on the record when it comes to the sheer amount of tracks on there and the amount of time I thought about the arrangement. So I thought — what would it sound like with all of that taken away? To test if something is a really good song I think you have to play it stripped-back, acoustic. I feel like “Saccharine" passed that test.

Q: What are some artists/bands that have inspired you to write music?

A: Teen Idle started off heavily influenced by shoegaze, because I started the project back in college when I was listening to a lot of Beach House and Slowdive. But as both the project and I mature, I find that I’m more interested in lyrics and telling a story, and not hiding behind a wall of reverb. My record Nonfiction is a good example of that. When writing it I was really influenced by artists like SASAMI, Angel Olsen, Japanese Breakfast, just really great storytellers.

Q: When did you first start writing your own music?

A: I can’t remember whether I was 15 or 16 when I finished my first song, but all I know is it was when I was still a student at Lakehouse. It’s called “What Remains” and I legitimately think it’s one of the best songs I’ve ever written which is pretty funny. I need to make plans to actually record it for real one day.

Q: What does the future for Teen Idle look like?

A: The future is full of possibility! I’ve already achieved a lot of the goals I had for myself when starting this project. But I really just want to go bigger and bolder. I want to record new music, really challenge myself in arranging those songs, hopefully go on a tour soon (it’s a secret but there might be plans for some West Coast dates this summer!), and really just broaden my audience. The long term goal is to keep getting better at my craft, to keep having fun doing it and continuing to be part of a creative community that is supportive and well-intended.