In 2014, I reconnected with my homie Arshad. We had worked together before—his debut album Black Sunday (a f-ing classic)—and when we linked up again, the energy was still there. We talked about taking things further, building something consistent. Arshad’s got that engineer’s brain, so we mapped out a schedule, locked in twice a week, and just started creating. (Bro took my on my first tour as well.) A couple years later, around 2016 or 2017, I met my bro Tyler—aka BVXLI—through my wife and her older brother. They all went to school together. From the jump, we clicked. We shared a lot of the same creative interests and could talk for hours about music, production, design—you name it (and still do). He was in the thick of exploring music production at the time, always experimenting, always learning. A true jack-of-all-trades with endless ideas and a wild creative spark. We bounced off each other naturally—sending beats, swapping techniques, building a rhythm without even trying. Eventually, the three of us started linking up together. Those weekly sessions turned into something more than just music. It became a rhythm. Twice a week, sometimes weekends, we’d meet up and build. No pressure, just intention. We were creating constantly, pushing each other, learning from each other. Those years—from 2014 to 2020—shaped me in ways I’m still unpacking. It wasn’t just about what we made; it was about who we were becoming in the process. Music was the thread, but the real gift was the brotherhood. The growth. The lessons in communication, discipline, showing up even when life was heavy. Looking back, I’m grateful. These guys helped me become who I am today. They gave me space to grow, to fail, to explore, and I’ll always hold that close. It’s important to remember where you come from. Not just the wins, but the people, the moments, the process. That time was sacred. And I carry it with me in everything I create. Please enjoy one of the works from that time. Avaialble on all DSPs soon.