#thum

The Final Empire Thumbnails 1 -18

Since I had to reread Era 1 anyway I decided to combine getting into the vibes of the world with some art practice and do a speed run of illustrating moments from it while I make my way through the book. The thumbnails are all painted in greyscale with using gradient maps to add color and atmosphere.

Violet Grohl has officially inked with Republic Records through her imprint, Auroura Records. “From the moment we met Violet, it was clear that she represents the next generation of artists,” Kristina Grossmann, SVP of A&R/Operations at Republic Records shares. “The music is immediate, intentional and her voice holds a rare duality. She is unapologetically cool and is a fearless female voice. We couldn’t be more excited to help bring her vision and this album to life.” David Wolter, EVP/Head of A&R at Republic Records, adds: “Violet brings a rare combination of perspective, artistry, and reverence for the craft. She understands the history of music, but she’s also pushing it forward. She is the future.”   The LA-based musician has also officially released “THUM” and “Applefish” on all streaming platforms, two tracks that were previously available on Bandcamp. “THUM” is loud, raw, and emotionally explosive, while “Applefish” is softer and more playful with a dreamy, offbeat edge. Together they show two sides of the same honest, youthful emotion.

Additionally, this week, Violet released a third track; this one entitled “What’s Heaven Without You,” a tribute to the late David Lynch on what would have been his 80th birthday. On the track, she shared: “This song was written in David Lynch’s memory alongside two of my favorite collaborators in the world, Persia Numan and Justin Raisen,” she says. “A few days after the chaos and devastation of the L.A. fires, we came together in our sadness and grief and let it pour out into this song. We hope you can find some resonance in it. The impact he left on art is truly magical. We miss you David.” 

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Re-uploaded from my deviantart account.