Chris Tso is a New York City-born, Madison Wisconsin-based, songwriter/composer who’s intrigued by the surge of misinformation that has permeated the world with a narrative creating a different reality for many. He crafts lyrics and music to take you on trips inside the minds of people, either brazenly vocal or quietly living in the margins of society. Why are their convictions so strong? What are their triggers, motivators and how are they so comfortable in the darkness that they occupy? A musical columnist reporting from the center of the fringe.


The single, “Beautiful”, launches with an aggressive kick drum, juxtaposed with acoustic guitars and symphonic baritone guitar swells. Tso describes it as “Confessional vocals describing the pleasant sheen that people see which can mask the conflict and malevolence harbored inside. How will societies evolve and shape public opinion, motivating our darkest urges? Everything is beautiful, but alas, everything is not always beautiful.”

Beautiful

Over the past several years there’s been a growing division between the right and left. And depending on where one gets their news from, very different viewpoints and truths are presented as fact. This came to a breaking point on January 6th, 2021 at the Capitol in Washington, DC. The song “We’re Gonna Need More Guns” takes you inside the fervor of those that passionately believe that taking control is their best and only choice of action. 
Tso states, “We’re Gonna Need More Guns is an aural backdrop for a call to arms through the eyes of those that are in the center of the fringe.”

We're Gonna Need More Guns

First person portrayal of a professional thief that takes advantage of the common missteps people make in protecting their home, valuables, and security.

The Thief

Acoustic guitar-driven instrumental. 
Tso 2022 BMI

Beautiful Day

Downtempo melodic instrumental with guitar swells, cellos, percussion, and tribal drums. 80 BPM

Greatness

Composition inspired by experiencing a floatation tank with zero gravity.

Weightless

When Two Worlds Collide

I tried to record the sea of voices I heard in my head to give this song more life and lend a helping hand to raise you up.

Single

When Your Luck Runs Out

Songwriter, guitarist, singer originally from NYC now living in Paso Robles, CA. Inspired by memorable melodies and lyrics that shape stories. Composing for TV and film.

Chris Tso

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