Devarrow

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Recently I was able to catch up with Canadian musician/producer, Devarrow, to discuss his latest single called “Lightning Bolt.” I also asked this talented artist about what went into his debut LP Heart Shaped Rock and what he hopes listeners to his music will most connect with. Heart Shaped Rock will be available wherever you stream your music tomorrow.

What inspired “Lightning Bolt”? Are there any specific experiences or stories that influenced the lyrics?

”Lightning Bolt” is about distraction, and the quest for a day free of it. It’s a rare thing to have an entire day where I can stay focused on one thing, and not be pulled a million different directions. The song is specifically about trying to get from town to my bus in the woods, but really, the song is about the universal chaos of distraction I face most days.

What scene or moment in the video is most meaningful to you, and why?

I actually haven’t seen the video, and don’t plan on watching it until it comes out. It was made by some dear friends of mine, and I thought it would be fun to be surprised on release day just like everyone else.

Is there a particular track on Heart Shaped Rock that holds special significance for you? Also, what emotions or messages do you hope listeners connect with?

”Help Me” is a meaningful song to me. It’s a track about the fears of climate and social collapse, but also the desire to seek peace in that by surrounding oneself with friends and community. It’s a track about acknowledging some hard truths of our time, and recognizing that acknowledgement is the first step towards change. I hope that others will connect with my own love for community and environment, and think about how to deepen their own bonds with both those things.

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