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Stefan West asks to “Slow Down World” in new single
Hailing from the coastal city of Geelong, Australia, Stefan West is a singer-songwriter known for this infectious indie rock sound.
His latest release “Slow Down World” marks the third single from his highly anticipated album, ‘Cambridge’. Produced and mixed by Chris Gatz at GM Sound Studios and mastered by Joe Carra at Crystal Mastering, the track is a sensory-stimulating adventure through the realms of indie rock, punk rock, and folk.
Lyrically, “Slow Down World” is an exploration of the human experience when the pursuit of self-improvement collides with the overwhelming chaos of life. Stefan West’s raw and introspective lyrics cut through the noise, offering a glimpse into his own struggles with mental, physical, and emotional health.
In his own words, West describes the song as a reflection of when “self-help goes too far”, capturing the feeling of trying everything to no avail and yearning for a moment of respite amidst the turmoil. It’s a sentiment that many can relate to in today’s fast-paced world, where the pressure to constantly improve can feel suffocating.
The creation of “Slow Down World” was a collaborative effort. Indeed, Stefan West teamed up with Aaron Schembri to produce the unique guitar and bass rhythms, as well as the vocal harmonies. Additionally, the song features a horn section, including Stefan West’s own father, adding a personal touch to the musical narrative.
Drawing inspiration from artists like Angels & Airwaves, blink 182, Powderfinger, and Joe Pug, Stefan West’s music is a fusion of genres. His upcoming album, ‘Cambridge’, is set to delve even deeper into his journey of resilience and redemption, offering an intimate look at his battle with addiction and his quest for self-discovery.
Aaron makes music about meaningful topics that rocks and grooves – and sometimes it even skanks on a rock steady beat!
His new song ‘Geeks’ has been released on all major music platforms on November 15th. It is an anthem for the heroes of the digital age: computer nerds, also known as geeks. It is driven by an off-beat ska guitar, a sticky bass line and a groovy brass section. The icing on the cake is a jazzy saxophone solo.
“I have always loved Ska, I even saw the Specials, the Selecter and Madness live in their heydays”, says Aaron. “I chose the topic although I am not a geek myself, but I have a lot of sympathy for them. Geeks are often frowned upon because they can be socially awkward, but they are the ones who are building a better world. So I think they deserve an anthem.”
The music video is mostly made up of typography, minimalistic ASCII graphics and heavily pixelated images – it surely looks geeky! Watch it here:
Aaron writes catchy songs that are made for people who like meaningful, uplifting topics and guitar-driven, hand-made sounds. His musical journey started young but it wasn’t until he discovered Bitcoin and became so invested in it that he used music to express his new found joy.
“It’s mostly rock music, with excursions into funk, soul and other styles I grew up with. In general, it’s guitar-driven and hand-made, often with a punkish energy and beatlesque harmonies. What all my songs have in common are meaningful lyrics about being in the here and now, about transforming disturbing emotions into wisdom, about being in the flow, things like that.” says Aaron in an interview.
“I have always been making music and writing songs, starting with a punk rock band when I was 15. However, I never saw it as a career. I played in several bands in my teenage years and my early twenties, but after my media studies in Berlin and Rio de Janeiro I focused on other things. I first worked in TV production and then founded one of the first Internet agencies in Germany. I discovered Bitcoin in 2011 and became fascinated by it. I wrote five books about it, made lots of promotional videos and educational series for Bitcoin and blockchain companies, and organised events. I even wrote some songs about Bitcoin, which became quite popular in the community, like my Reggaeton about the Bitcoin Beach in El Salvador. People always liked that my songs are catchy and provocative. It was by the end of 2023 that I decided to go full in on music. It’s what I enjoy the most, so now I want to fully follow my passion.”
Since May 2024, his songs have been streamed more than 250,000 times on Spotify and his music videos have been viewed more than 350,000 times on YouTube.
Read more about Aaron King: http://aaron-koenig.net/press/
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