Behind The Scenes :CYPHER THE AVATAR

"My whole thing is just to put out positive messages in the music, give people something that can change their lives. " - Kid Cudi

From Psychedelic, analytical bold “C'est la vie” lyrical flows to the uncensored eclectic darker experimental musings of GRIMEWAVE, Cypher the Avatar traverses effortlessly in between dreamy reverie to indulgence of absolute raw desire.

Tracks such as “Spliff”, “Empathy,” and “Do What Eye Want,” encapsulates Cypher’s ability to adapt to any mood , production or subject matter. “PARANOIA”,”Anotherdayanotherdollar” and “ADRENOCHROME”, walk the line of darker, gritter production qualities in contrast to the calming flows.

Cypher the Avatar’s cognitive flexibility is reminiscent to Bruce Lee’s “Be like Water”, bending the track to his ease and will with an unmistakable swagger. In his writing and composition , there is something for everyone looking to explore his catalog. The foundational earlier works of Cypher The Avatar , though rare in availability have not been forgotten by the earliest witnesses to the progression of his genius.

To those that have seen the unfolding of the HTX word smith , the undeniable talents have long bloomed, waiting for the world to witness his gifts. Spiral got to speak with the elusive , Cypher The Avatar.

“Be like water making its way through cracks. Do not be assertive, but adjust to the object, and you shall find a way around or through it. If nothing within you stays rigid, outward things will disclose themselves. Empty your mind, be formless. Shapeless, like water. If you put water into a cup, it becomes the cup. You put water into a bottle and it becomes the bottle. You put it in a teapot, it becomes the teapot. Now, water can flow or it can crash. Be water, my friend.” ― Bruce Lee

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Q&A W/ Cypher The Avatar

Who are you , Where are you from?

CTA:I am Cypher the Avatar, born and raised in Houston, TX.

What made you decide to become a musician/artist?

CTA: I began making music so that I can be remembered in this reality, that ended up becoming my go to therapy.

What is the history behind your artist name?

CTA: A lot of people think it has to do with the "Avatar" movie or anime series, but it isn't. "Cypher the Avatar" essentially translates into trying to figure out my own avatar...or trying to understand who and what I am.

When did you begin making music and how has your process changed between the start of vs now?

CTA: I began making music way back years ago, I started with "Acoustica Mixcraft "with loops and a usb headphone microphone. Now I have my own personal studio setup including monitors, interface and microphone along with Pro Tools for Recording/Mixing/Mastering and FL Studio for audio production.

What inspired you to write your catalog?

CTA: Inspirations would possibly be Andre 3000, Kid Cudi, early Kanye West and dare I say early Eminem as well.

What would you say to other artists or creatives who are wanting to create as well?

CTA: Make whatever you want and promote it properly!

How has the process been creating your album

CTA: Extremely high burst of passionate creating followed by days of checking analytics and statistics. I love it though.

What are you looking forward to with your album/track?

CTA:Being able to release my thoughts, feelings and emotions into the wild and hopefully resonate with a handful of people that feel the same as I do.

Lyrically what have been your favorite tracks in your discography and your most recent releases?

CTA:I have an unreleased track that I'm getting ready to release. I'm really proud of the way I crafted my lyrics as they show my conscious side over a more experimental beat that I produced...but hopefully done creatively enough that the masses can enjoy.

What is one track /lyrics/ piece of art in your catalog that describes your work the best?

CTA: I believe "2Bluntz" may be that one.

What is your most recent tour you’d like to share or what has been your favorite so far?

CTA: My most recent tour was to Dallas, OKC, Memphis. I love being able to do this as much as I am.

If you could make a dream tour, Who would be your dream tour mates?

CTA: Kid Cudi and Kendrick Lamar

Coke or Pepsi?

CTA: Coke Zero, but I have been drinking more water lately.

What do you want the listeners to know about your music and your project?

CTA: We are all human. If you enjoy more counter culture based and raw hip-hop, check out my up and coming group, we go by GRIMEWAVE and we just released our third ep titled "ICONOGRAPHY" featuring Sir Michael Rocks from The Cool Kids.