Val The  Autistic Dude, an Artist, a Songwriter, lyrically Banksy, some would argue 🤔
The Autistic Dude is a multifaceted storyteller an acclaimed music writer and a rising force in the music scene. Val is an Autistic male, who has overcome life challenges through music, blending lyrical craftsmanship with keen social observation, The Autistic Dude, crafts songs that illuminate the complexities of mental health, physical health, rural areas, city life, resilience, and ambition, while maintaining an editor’s precision and a journalist’s curiosity.

Born in Africa, raised in the UK, Val The Autistic Dude found rhythm early in life, drawing inspiration from the city’s soundscape, the snare of late-night underground trains, the violence which surrounds our everyday life, the hum of neighborhood talk, and the poetry of everyday moments. He pursued music with the same discipline that fuels his verses, rigorous research, thoughtful lyricism, and a relentless work ethic.

Music Career
Val The Autistic Dude launched his career in 2007, releasing various singles which he later described it as a tough healing period of his life, he earned attention for his intimate storytelling, high level of rhymes and razor-sharp wordplay, inspiring other's like him, specially those on the autism spectrum.
His sound marries classic boom bap sensibilities with modern grit, featuring soulful samples, hard-hitting drums, and melodies that long linger after the final bar.

Artistry & Themes
Lyrical Craft, Sharp wordplay, careful sequencing, and a narrative arc that moves from observation to insight. Witty punchlines, intricate internal rhymes, and a narrative spine that takes listeners from gritty blocks to introspective horizons.

Production & Sound
A taste for dusty samples, hard-hitting percussion, and melodic embellishments that serve the story.

Themes 
ommitment to authentic representation, accessibility, and sharing the artistry and challenges of autistic person's survival, identity, solidarity, hustle, and the subtle tensions between street memory and personal growth.

Voice & Communication 
Val The Autistic Dude, leverages a direct, precise approach to lyric writing, favoring clarity, concrete imagery, and rhythm over flourish when it serves the message. He uses music as a tool of communication, though introvert, music gives him the platform to express and inspire, which he uses whenever possible.

Influences
 Nelson Mandela, Tracy Chapman, Bob Marley, Diana Ross, Michael Jackson, Marvin Gaye, 2pac, Nas, Tech-N9ne, Guru Jazz Matazz, and a deep respect for the lineage of hip hop’s storytelling era.


Yours Truly 

Val The Autistic Dude 

American Alternative/ Hip-Pop/ Rap recording artist and lyricist

Aerial Axe is a rock artist blending powerful guitar work with emotionally charged compositions and a sharp satirical edge. Hailing from Chicago and shaped by a life of global travel, military service, and deep personal trials, his music offers a raw yet refined perspective on the realities behind the rock star persona. His catalog spans dynamic instrumentals and lyric-driven anthems that resonate with a wide audience. With over a decade of songwriting now unleashed, Aerial Axe is forging his place in the modern rock scene, one unapologetic track at a time.

My youtube channel where you can find more music and some videos of mine
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCA6AqTfUBPvKhDw0pt-2xFg?view_as=subscriber

Award winning Singer-Songwriter, Composer and Producer.

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Clive loves to make music, he has always written his own music and has always tended to lean towards instrumentals. Having discovered that he can sing in tune, his more recent songs are vocal compositions but instrumentals still appear occasionally.

Clive's music covers a wide range of genre's from Country, through Blues and Jazz, Rock and into progressive rock. 

Clive's influences are many and varied, Vangelis, Tomita, The Alan Parsons Project, Paul Simon, John Denver, Billy Joel, Bob Segar, Fleetwood Mac, The Eagles, Neil Diamond, Rick Wakeman, Gerry Rafferty to name a few, so many good bands and  songwriters! 

Clive writes new songs constantly but only records a few, an important driving factor in his music is that other people enjoy it and are even able to relate in some way.

Clive does not use any form of AI in his lyric writing or musical compositions however occasional use is made of AI to produce track artwork to avoid copyright issues.

Awards.

Nashville International Song and Lyric writing Competition.
Directors Award 'The lonely'

World Songwriting Awards:-

Finalist Spring 2020. "Best Modern country Song"  'Then you're gone'
Finalist Summer 2020 "Best Modern Country Song"  'I don't know here name'
Finalist Fall 2020  "Best Modern Country Song"  'Wonderful life'.
Finalist Winter 2021 "Best Modern Country Song". 'The Question'
Finalist Summer 2021 "Best Modern Country Song" "Small town Girl"
Finalist Winter 2022 'Best Pop Song'. "Playing a game"
Finalist Spring 2022. 'Best Jazz Song'. "Tears in my eyes"
Finalist Summer 2022. 'Best Modern Country Song'. "Never in my plan"
Finalist Fall 2022. 'Best Alternative Song'. "So many mistakes (The Veteran)".
Finalist Winter 2023. 'Best Pop Song'. "All through the night"
Finalist Summer 2023 'Best Modern Country Song'. "This life is mine"
Finalist Fall 2023 'Best Rock Song'. "Nothing to say"

No entries were made during 2024

Finalist Summer 2025 'Best Rock Song'. "The Calling"
Finalist  Fall 2025 ' Best Modern Country Song'. " Downstream"

Please feel free to contact him here on Soundcloud or the email below. You can further support Clive by purchasing his music via the Soundcloud buy button or directly here! 

Thank-you!

⛓️ Musician & DJ
⛓️ NYC
⛓️ Winter Solstice Mix Out Now

Started DJing in 1985 in OC California. Still playing music that I love, mostly on Pioneer CDJs via my laptop. 
Majority are fun practice sessions then some specific genre or vibe based stuff. 
I have no plan after the first song. 100% live and direct, no set playlists, post editing = raw. 
Still love my vinyl and always enjoy mixing beats and vibes for my friends. 
Deep and chill house are my favorite things to play for my happiness.

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