angelus, also known as Megan, Meg, or Big Megatron, is a 19-year-old artist hailing from the UK, born to a French Caribbean father and a German mother who met in the UK before moving to France. Growing up in and around Paris, angelus began their musical journey in late 2017 at the age of 13, initially creating lofi beats using stock plugins. Over time, they expanded their skills, delving into production and eventually adding vocals to their repertoire. The decision to incorporate vocals surprised many, but angelus's perseverance and dedication to their craft paid off, leading to the creation of a unique sound and over 100,000 monthly listeners on Spotify alone.
The latest release from angelus, titled "cRiminaL," serves as the opening single for the "gonegirlcity" rollout. The track had a prolonged creative process, initially written in 2021 for the album 'drama queen' and later for 'majorette,' but it wasn't until collaborating with their friend Faith Monaco during the summer that the song found its final form. Drawing inspiration from their own tracks like "gossip girls" and "heartless," angelus infused an electronic vibe influenced by artists such as Snowstrippers. The result is a captivating blend of Angelus's distinctive style with innovative electronic elements.
Photo by Sandy Ha
When it comes to musical influences, angelus mentions a diverse range of artists, including Lil Tecca, Bktherula, PinkPantheress, Drake, and even citing themselves as a source of inspiration. This eclectic mix reflects in their sound, showcasing a fusion of various styles and genres.
Reflecting on their journey, angelus would advise their past self and new artists to stop caring too much about external opinions and to focus on personal creative expression. The importance of financial responsibility was also highlighted, emphasizing the need to save rather than spend money on unnecessary things. Something I think we all can relate to.
When asked if they had any favorite tracks, angelus expresses love for all their music but highlights "preacher" and "obsessed" as current favorites, appreciating the way these songs resonate with their ears. Also noting that you should be listening to their collaborative piece with Yazida called "bum crush," describing it as exceptional and urging everyone to give it a listen.
As angelus continues to explore and experiment with their craft, their diverse interests, from writing and drawing to a potential return to painting, showcase a multidimensional artist with a rich tapestry of influences. With their latest release of the exceptional piece titled "cRiminaL," angelus extends an invitation for everyone to join in and experience the evolving soundscape of their artistic expression.
コメント