The
songwriter and producer of art-pop music known as Phosphoro has
released his latest official EP album, “This Infinite Line.” It
contains five original Phosphoro tracks for an approximate total
listening time of 20 mins. It has been proudly published as an
independent release without the involvement of the corporate music
industry on the Cognibrew Records record label. Uniquely melodic,
undeniably fun, and distinguished by refreshingly unusual
instrumentation, “This Infinite Line” introduces Phosphoro as one
of the most intriguing artists in recent memory.
Tucson,
Arizona's Phosphoro [often stylized 'phosphoro'] takes his name from
the Spanish word for a match, 'fosforo,' for his fiery red hair. He
cites as main artistic influences David Bowie, Portugal. The Man,
Hozier, and Dave Matthews, as well as saxophone greats such as
Cannonball Adderley and Charlie Parker. These are joined in his
stable by a melange of rock names like Bob Dylan, Michael Jackson,
and Fleetwood Mac. The result is as uncommon as one might imagine and
as satisfying as a fan can hope for.
The
album art for “This Infinite Line” shows Phosphoro on a ladder in
his underwear with a mason's level, pointing bravely yonder like a
great explorer of yore. Sonically speaking, this is apt. His pairing
of sax and Rhodes piano festooned with his own unassuming indie-rock
vocal style definitely explores new territories. Fans of clever
lyrics will find much on the bone to gnaw, also.
Asked
to describe the overall theme of “This Infinite Line,” Phosphoro
writes:
“My
message is one of hope, persistence, and patient endurance. Questions
and fear have been pushed on us more than ever, but true insurance
isn't sold. I encourage us to realize we journey our own line, while
being part of a bigger infinite line.”
Stylistically
speaking, Phosphoro wasn't aiming to ape the work of someone else.
Rather, he made what he wanted to hear because it had been missing.
“The
songs are a sound I wanted to hear over this past year,” he writes.
“I think each song shows some growth for me as a writer and shares
something new that I hadn’t brought to the table before.”
That
said, he's also openly anti-pigeonhole and even moreso than most
indie artists.
“It
can be hard to create with a particular direction in mind,”
Phosphoro says. “I don’t have a defined audience and I don’t
want to be a copycat. I’d rather blaze a trail, or even be a Van
Gogh -style artist, rather than just get in the same line everyone is
in to become famous. I’d like to contribute to the collective
canvas.”
That
canvas includes notable work from his grandfather, a pianist in the
Charlie Fisk Orchestra at Chicago during the 1950s, his mother, also
an artist, and his father, a multi-instrumentalist in the 33rd Army
Band (USAREUR), all of whom he cites as crucial sources of
inspiration.
Seasoned
musicians will note all the space in Phosphoro's mix. No percussion?
No second or third vocal tracks? Is there a bass, even (usually,
yes)? Music fans will do well to let the music be what it is.
“I
often wrestled with the question of 'does my music need more?'” the
artist says. “I feel like I’ve been dancing around the music
industry and society, not quite fitting into any of the crowds,
knocking on all the doors but not yet finding the entrance to where I
need to be. I want to add new or fresh ideas to our industry.”
Cognibrew
Records describes Phosphoro as having been raised in Pocatello,
Idaho, “where one's path, social awareness, and of course music,
were common lessons of childhood. As a songwriter today, he is in
pursuit of musical and spiritual substance while considering topics
of humanity.”
“I
think I put themes of unity and teamwork into my songs,” Phosphoro
writes. “There is also a strong presence for big ideas, such as
creation, or the larger purpose that we all face along this infinite
line of humanity and history.”
Phosophoro
is the sole talent behind everything on the album from initial
writing to final recording. He worked with Alusion Studios in Tucson
“to mix the songs and add a few final effects to the master,” of
which he said, “I always enjoy working with Jim there at the
studio.” He is also part of Blind Autumn with whom he has dropped
three LPs and an EP record. Previous releases also include two solo
LPs as the American Captain.
“This
Infinite Line” by Phosphoro on the Cognibrew Records label is
available from quality digital music stores online worldwide now. Get
in early, art-pop fans.
– S.
McCauley
Lead
Press Release Writer
www.Octiive.com
“This
Infinite Line” by Phosphoro —
https://music.apple.com/us/album/this-infinite-line-ep/1576316729
Phosphoro
Official Website —
https://phosphoromusic.com/
Phosphoro
Official Twitter —
@phosphoromusic
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