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Blaze Olsen shares a rebellion against inequality with “Rich Pricks”
Blaze Olsen’s track “Rich Pricks” encapsulates the raw frustration and defiance against societal inequality. Originally born out of Olsen’s own experiences and observations, “Rich Pricks” has evolved into a powerful anthem with the recent collaboration featuring Daddy NAT.
Blaze Olsen’s journey as an independent artist has been marked by defiance and determination. Raised in a military family, he traversed the United States, soaking in the diverse cultures and disparities along the way. It’s from this backdrop of nomadic existence that he draws his inspiration, infusing his music with an authenticity that resonates deeply with listeners.
“Rich Pricks” emerges as a visceral expression of the artist’s discontent with the glaring wealth disparity prevalent in society. Living amidst the opulence of Malibu, he found himself confronted with vacant mansions and idle affluence, a stark contrast to his own struggles. The track serves as a rebellion against a system that perpetuates inequality, channeling Blaze Olsen’s frustration into a potent blend of indie pop, rap, and anti-pop.
The addition of Daddy NAT to the revamped version of “Rich Pricks” injects fresh perspective and energy into the track. The collaboration, facilitated by the power of the internet, highlights the shared sentiment of discontent and the desire for change.
Make sure you also check Blaze Olsen’s colourful track ‘Feel The Sunshine’ released today:
London-based multi-instrumentalist and producer Waz-u returns with his second album, Preludes: Dusk Psalms, set for release on 16 May 2025 via independent label Biodiversity. The 15-track record further refines the artistic depth of his debut, blending electronic textures and classical compositional techniques in an intricate, immersive listening experience.
Ahead of the album release, Waz-u is dropping an exclusive vocal version of ‘Vermillion: G Major’ from the album, accompanied by its original instrumental version. ‘Vermillion’ with Lilyg will be released on 18 April 2025, evoking intimate indie-folk and pop and follows the release of a vocal version of ‘Lament’ with Tom Norrington. ‘The singles are a way to give a voice to the atmosphere of the record and to lyrically encapsulate some of the themes explored,’ explains Waz-u. ‘Lily and Tom are good friends of mine and have both been listening to early iterations of these preludes – it felt right to involve them directly on this record.’
‘Preludes: Dusk Psalms’ marks a new branch of Waz-u’s emerging sound, guided by the duality of tradition and innovation. Combining his musical roots in early ‘90s dub techno and classical music, the album weaves carefully layered synthesizers and electronics to evoke the ambience of sacred music — from the gentle timbres of a choir or an organ to the quiet, open, and reverberating spaces of a church. Also featured throughout the album is experimental musician G9 LUV, who creates textures and drones by bowing his bass guitar, resulting in cello-like sounds. The release follows Waz-u’s 2024 debut LP, Prayer For Dawn, which merged dub, techno, and electronica in an exploration of the ritualistic traditions associated with both organized religion and dance.
Bringing the album’s themes to life, Waz-u will celebrate the release of Preludes: Dusk Psalms with a special performance at Our Holy Redeemer in Clerkenwell, London on 14 May 2025. Set against the church’s resonant acoustics, the event will feature live performance arrangements, including a choir, with further details to be announced soon.
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