Prtysunknxwn: Singer, Producer, Engineer—Inside the Life of a DIY Music Powerhouse

On this episode of Two Beers With The Band, I sat down with Prtysunknxwn (pronounced "Party's Unknown"), a true DIY music powerhouse who writes, records, produces, and engineers all his own tracks, including the song "Outsiders" we heard at the start of the show. He's an artist driven by raw, honest expression, using music as a tool to heal himself. Prtysunknxwn is not just a musician; he's a multi-talented creative who also sketches and has a passion for gaming.

 

We dove deep into his musical identity, which often leads to comparisons to The Weeknd, a comparison he takes in stride. Prtysunknxwn opened up about his process, which allows him to go from an initial concept in his phone notes to a fully recorded, mixed, mastered, and released song in a matter of days. We discussed the huge role mental health plays in his work and the power of writing songs based on personal experience or deep observation of someone else's emotions. He shares his view on modern success—which is about stability and paying bills through his art, not filling stadiums —and offers essential advice for up-and-coming indie artists on utilizing short-form video content for promotion.