A Quick Chat With SaxONLY

Congratulations on your new EP Social Introvert - can you talk to us about the title and where it came from?
I made this EP with a blank canvas not knowing what I wanted at all. The only thing I was confident on was the name. I used to tell myself when I was 16 if I ever drop a project I want it to be called β€œSocial Introvert”. I also really relate to the title aswell so I thought it was a perfect fit.

Who - or what - was influencing you while creating the album?
My influence for this album was definitely my younger self. I’ve put a lot of work into my music over the last few years and I feel this album is a big stepping stone in my career so I definitely kept my younger self in mind.

What was the creative process like for Social Introverts, from writing through to recording?
The process was very natural and straightforward. If I heard a beat I like I’ll go record on it in my bedroom or the studio. I really tried not to overthink the project and just have fun with it. 

Do you have a current favorite song on the EP, and why?
My favorite song off the EP is definitely β€œLevel” it just hits different 

Can you tell us about some of the themes you explore on the EP?
I wanted to make a mixed bag of styles when making this EP. I really wanted to step out of my comfort zone and branch out to be more versatile.

Visually, how would you describe this body of work?
I would definitely say it has a strong red theme just because we used a lot of imagery that was red. I think it fits perfectly 

Is there a song on the EP that was perhaps especially challenging and is now one you are most proud of?
β€œFeel No More” actually took 2 years to make. I was 17 in a studio session with Liam Quinn and he show me the beat to β€œFeel No More” I remember having trouble writing on it so we left it alone. Then 2 years later when I caught up Liam again we finished the song.

What is exciting you at the moment? Aside from music?
Summer I can’t wait for the warm weather.

Who are some local artists we should check out?
Phi11a and Zpluto are dope!

What did celebrating the EP release look like for you?
I held an exclusive listening party in Sydney the day the EP came out it was super special and cool seeing people’s reaction to the project 

What’s next for SaxONLY?
A lot more music. More shows and more content