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From SoundCloud Rap to Sunny Power-Pop: Fish Narc's Evolution
19 Oct
Summary
- Fish narc, formerly a SoundCloud rap producer, now makes sunny power-pop.
- His new album 'Uncle' channels college-rock nostalgia and distinct affection for the era.
- The artist previously produced for Lil Peep and was part of ThraxxHouse collective.
Olympia, Washington-based artist fish narc, previously known for his underground rap production, has undergone a significant musical transformation. As Ben Funkhouser, he was instrumental in the SoundCloud rap scene, producing for Lil Peep and collaborating with artists like Clams Casino. His early work featured a DIY punk aesthetic, often blending rock arrangements with witch house elements.
Funkhouser's artistic journey has now led him to full-time rock music, with his latest album, 'Uncle,' marking a distinct pivot. The record abandons his past experimental impulses in favor of ebullient, feel-good college rock, reminiscent of the early days of the internet and the radio-friendly sounds of the college-rock era.
The album 'Uncle' primarily features Funkhouser's own performance, with additional drums and bass by producer Alex Farrar. His vocal delivery on tracks like "Much Less Me" may initially surprise listeners, but the sunny instrumentation contrasts with underlying existential uncertainty. This new direction follows in the tradition of power-pop troubadours, infused with a lo-fi ethos similar to that of K. and Alex G.
