RL Grime Opens Up About Creativity Struggles Before ‘Play’ Album Release

RL Grime admitted that he had struggles in a period of stagnant-ness before regaining himself to create his newest album “Play.”

In a lengthy Instagram post, RL Grime expressed how grateful he is to release “Play” after having no motivation to make music for some time. He said that he wrote the paragraph at the park because he needed to get some random thoughts down as he tried to wrap his head around it.

RL Grime said this album allowed him to regain his confidence as a producer and as a person overall. He explained that it is hard to not get caught up in the relentless and ever-impending content/virality race of the current music industry and that for a long time, it weighed down on his creativity and completely pushed him away from engaging with social media.

In another paragraph from the post, RL Grime dedicated it to thanking the people who were involved in the “Play” project. He emphasized that collaboration is a beautiful thing to him and is one of his favorite parts of making music. Along with giving a shout-out to everyone who released music with his record label Sable Valley over the last 4 years.

RL Grime said that Sable Valley gave him hope and inspiration when he needed it the most and that it is the process that he cares deeply about. He finished off the post by saying that he is so grateful to have gotten to this point and is so proud of “Play.” Adding that he is full of excitement for everyone to hear it in full and hopes to see everyone out in the world soon.

“Play” consists of 21 different songs that are categorized into three different parts including Apex, Grid, and Rush. Some of the songs include “Ultrawide” “NME” “Zone” “Keep you (Close)” “Street Sweeper” “Borderline” “I Think I’m Getting Emotional” “Metro North” and “Push.”

RL Grime’s music is a mix of genres in one – he explores trap, deep house, future breaks, and techno. The upcoming album is said to be a “revolutionary new format” for the artist as he reflects on his old music but also brings in new sounds. 

Ashley Palya

I remember hearing Edm for the first time and thinking I knew this type of music would change my life. I love all genres and the art that goes behind it all. You can catch me dancing to a wide range of tunes.

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