Theory of Surrender is an #indiealternative project created by the solo artist known as Alo (one/one's). The original concept and first-use was in 1999. Originally inspired by Nirvana and Nine Inch Nails, the project has evolved over the years. It's been impressed upon by such names as Modest Mouse, 21 Pilots, and hip hop artists ranging from The Fugees to Ekoh. Indeed, this is a rare combination of #hearthop, #lo-fi, and #folkpunk.
It invites you to bear witness to an emotional voyage and see yourself reflected in lyrical movements. The experimental instrumentals craft a steady atmosphere. Its creator survives #autism and #ADHD and crafts songs for people similarly afflicted.
Alo would say one is a storyteller first, then poet, and finally a musician. One recalls bouncing around in diapers singing "Video Killed the Radio Star," coming to life as the record player recounted "Don't Dream It" from RHPS, and trying to merge with the ambience of The Fugees's "Ready or Not".
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battling weather changes and the fact that it's cold and dark at frikkin 4:00.
forgive me. I just didn't have it today.
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I'm experiencing production delays, but I'm working diligently on this song.
It might not happen today, but it's on the way. <3
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It's day 40/100!
I know that's not a big psychological number like 50. But the Big Halfway mark is what this announcement is about!
Starting on Day 50, I'll be putting out a Single every other Friday! These will be full, fleshed out songs!
Speaking broadly, my genre is alternative indy. I'm still narrowing down my subgenre and niche. I'm working on distribution through Spotify, but I will also be releasing here.
Fear not! Monday loopables and weekday wall-spaghetti will continue!
Thank you for starting and continuing on this journey with me.
You have my deepest and most sincere gratitude.
🙏
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Hello, my wonderful friends!!
I was in a YouTube shorts hole the other (every) day. I found myself frustrated with my inability to autoplay the next video, but then I realized...
THEY'RE AUTOMATICALLY LOOPING
I would like to grow this channel and one of the ways people suggest is shorts.
But I don't make shorts! I try to create songs with a beginning, middle, and end.
Plus, ya'll love the "Meyd by Hooman" tag and that doesn't lend itself well to looping.
Anyway, I was inspired today.
I'm thinking once per week, I'm going to make a song/video specifically intended for shorts.
Thanks for all your support. You are amazing and cherished.
~haafa
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