"I'm Out" is an anthemic slice of resolute funk and blue-eyed soul that chronicles the quiet, heavy moment of a final decision. Instead of anger, the track is steeped in a powerful melancholy, capturing the strength it takes to walk away from something that can no longer be fixed. The groove is undeniable—a tight, mid-tempo rhythm carried by a determined bassline, the signature warmth of the Hammond B3, and a lyrical, emotive guitar solo that serves as a moment of pure emotional release.

The narrative is one of preservation over passion, a confession that the love was real but the damage was irreversible. My vocal delivery moves from a weary, conversational tone to a declaration of silken power, reflecting the journey from painful acceptance to empowered finality. "I'm Out" is not a song about falling out of love; it’s the sound of choosing yourself, even when it means leaving a piece of your heart behind on the floor.



Sunshine Static

I'm out

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This is a smooth and soulful track that feels like a heartfelt confession. With its clean, melodic guitar lines and a warm, steady groove, the song creates an intimate atmosphere for a story of rekindled love and final commitment. The vulnerable lyrics recount past mistakes and broken promises, culminating in the powerful realization that "it's always been you." It's a song for late nights and second chances, capturing that moment when you finally stop running and choose to be present for the one you were always meant to be with.

It's always been you.

It's always been you

"Lose Control" is a confessional journey set to a modern blue-eyed soul and funk groove. The track is built on a foundation of warm, vintage production, featuring the signature Leslie swirl of a Hammond B3 organ, a tight and melodic funk bassline, and clean, soulful blues guitar fills that punctuate the emotional narrative.

The song tells the story of a man's delayed realization, confronting a past where he failed to acknowledge the love in front of him. It moves from a place of intimate, whispered regret to a powerful, cathartic admission. The vocal performance is designed to mirror this arc, starting with the warm, conversational velvet of my baritone range and building seamlessly to a raw, silken belt at the emotional peak. 

The rich, layered harmonies create a "choir-like" texture, amplifying the weight of the chorus. Lyrically, it's about being cornered by the truth—the moment you finally hear what someone has been trying to tell you all along and realize there are no more escapes, no more exits from the responsibility of that truth.



Lose Control

"No Pretend" is an unflinching anthem of authenticity, set against a backdrop of earnest funk and blue-eyed soul. The track is a direct call to discard the masks and scripts we use in relationships, demanding a connection that is raw, real, and unafraid of imperfection. Its foundation is a solid, mid-tempo groove, driven by a confident bassline and the soulful warmth of a Hammond B3 organ, creating a sound that is both grounded and emotionally expansive.

The narrative arc moves from a place of quiet weariness with emotional facades to a powerful, choir-backed declaration for truth. It’s a song that argues that true beauty isn’t in the flawless performance, but in the "messy mend" and the courage to show one's scars. My vocal performance follows this journey, beginning with conversational intimacy and building to a cathartic, silken plea, making "No Pretend" a definitive statement on the liberating power of being truly seen.



No More Pretend

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"Divinity" is a track of secular worship, a soulful testament to a love so profound it feels like a spiritual awakening. The song fuses the reverent, soaring emotion of gospel with the undeniable, deep-pocket groove of classic funk. Built on the warm, sacred tones of a Hammond B3 organ, a relentlessly smooth bassline, and punctuated by clean, melodic guitar, the music creates a space that feels both intimate and immense.

The narrative traces a journey from quiet awe to a full-throated, choir-backed celebration of a partner's grace. It’s about finding the holy in the human, the sermon in a simple touch, and the kind of truth that makes you a believer. The vocal performance is a slow burn, moving from a conversational, velvet whisper to a cathartic, silken belt, testifying to a love that is nothing short of divine.



Divinity

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This is an emotionally charged anthem that builds from a tender, intimate ballad into a powerful pop-rock crescendo. The song is a heartfelt message of support and belief for someone who has lost their way. With passionate vocals soaring over a dynamic arrangement, it tackles themes of self-worth, healing, and unconditional love. It's a defiant anthem against negative voices, reminding the listener that they are not broken, but a "holy place," and that true support will always be "right here."

Barrowed Light

Borrowed Light

Right Here

This is a soulful and bluesy rock track with a powerful vocal performance. The song tells a story of love and admiration from a distance, with the singer describing their subject as a "masterpiece" and their "sunshine static." The passionate electric guitar solo adds to the emotional intensity of the track.
If you're a fan of artists like Gary Clark Jr., John Mayer, or Black Pumas, you'll definitely want to give this a listen.

My Sunshine Static

These songs come from a book about a man who found himself making the same mistakes over and over again. I've been able to pick his brain and learn everything about him in his time in the Quad Cities. This is his story.

Elias Knox

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