Eric Simon recorded the lead single “Secret” with his friend Leyshock, who we’ve featured several times before, at Leyshock’s home studio in Lynnwood. After getting connected with Portland producer/engineer Ryan Smart Eric finished recording the rest of the album at Smart’s studio Hinterland. He recorded there from December 2020 to February 2021 with Smart co-producing and mixing/mastering the album.
The album NOW is inspired by artists such as Tinashe, Kaytranada, Janet Jackson, and Kanye West. A departure from the trip-hop and electronica vibes of his earlier work. NOW goes more into the accessible pop/R&B with elements of trap and disco to keep that experimental edge. Flipping samples he got off Looperman, Eric Simon created the title track “Now.” A slow-paced euphonic track that sets you up beautifully for the rest of the album. Eric’s track “No Way” was inspired by the sample of a Trinidadian girl explaining the culture and Trini accent.
“When I Lost You” started with Eric recording himself hitting wine glasses with utensils in his kitchen and beatboxing. Taking those demos, Ryan Smart brought them to a fuller more complex sound and a banger was made.
Lyrically the songs on NOW were inspired by the pandemic and turmoil in this country. Thematically NOW touches on escapism, romance, and the ambiguities of the relationship between a couple. Check out the album and tell us what you think below!
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