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We are a news media company dedicated to giving music artists a three-dimensional platform to share their story and connect directly with fans, in their own words.

Open Letter Series: 

Open Letter Series
Vacation, A Conversation With Myself: A Letter by Bryan Sammis
Vacation, A Conversation With Myself: A Letter by Bryan Sammis

Bryan Sammis, one half of La Bouquet and the voice behind Olivver the Kid, battles clinical depression. In his own words, "dealing with depression alone can be terrifying." He wrote this letter to share how he copes, adapts, and most importantly, how this feels. 

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Every Breath Counts: A Letter by LYTA
Every Breath Counts: A Letter by LYTA

Lyta, an electronica-R&B artist from Houston, Texas, is starting to understand her soul. The first in her family born in America, Lyta possesses a soul rooted in refugee hardship. She knows what her family endured and gives everything back to them through her artistry. On the heels of her debut EP, Id, Lyta wrote this letter as an ode to her family's sacrifice and the journey of finding herself through music. 

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Modern Problems meet Profane Solutions: An Internal Dialogue (A Letter by Ages and Ages)
Modern Problems meet Profane Solutions: An Internal Dialogue (A Letter by Ages and Ages)

Tim Perry and Rob Oberdorfer of Ages and Ages, an indie-pop group from Portland, Oregon, find the laughter in a climate of lunacy. Their newly released music video for 'Needle and Thread' dives into the dichotomies that pull apart us all. Drunkenness and sobriety, movement and stillness, madness and sense, are walls we smash against in the struggle to gain balance. Amidst struggle, we need levity to keep from smashing ourselves. In this dialogue, written by Rob and Tim, the two offer a healthy dose of high spirits to combat some of the greater problems in society. 

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Through My Eyes: A Letter by K.L.U.B. Monsta (Joshua)
Through My Eyes: A Letter by K.L.U.B. Monsta (Joshua)

Knowledge Learned Under Birmingham. Joshua, a rapper and part of the hip-hop trio K.L.U.B. Monsta, harnesses the sound and philosophies of a Birmingham, Alabama native. He constantly cultivates a more established world view and shines light on the political landscape in his lyrics. A dedicated MC, he reflects the reality of Birmingham through the music. "I run around the city, Southside and Crestwood," he says. "I get my sense of perseverance from Birmingham." In this letter, written by Joshua, he speaks on the pitfalls of the nine to five and the creative process behind When Gawd Ready.

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Featured Podcasts:

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FINNEAS
FINNEAS
Youth Basketball (Ian Kieffer)
Youth Basketball (Ian Kieffer)

Featured Articles:

Indie
FINNEAS: Single-phile
FINNEAS: Single-phile

On our latest podcast, we spoke with the producer/songwriter FINNEAS who is now making waves as a solo artist. In 2018, FINNEAS has released six single thus far, treating each song with its own story and carefully crafted cover art. He has also made music with talents like Khalid, Tori Kelly, Wafia, and of course, his sister Billie Eilish. We’ve taken a few of our favorite quotes from the podcast interview and broke them down below:

Bryan Sammis of La Bouquet: Roses In The Graveyard
Bryan Sammis of La Bouquet: Roses In The Graveyard

Bryan Sammis, the lead singer and guitarist of La Bouquet, has already carved a deep path in the music industry. The former drummer of The Neighbourhood and the man behind the solo act Olivver The Kid, Bryan joined forces with lifetime friend Jake Lopez to form the band La Bouquet. He battles heartbreak and depression by capturing his demons in the lyrics. With La Bouquet's debut album on the horizon, Bryan opens up about those inner demons, the inspiration behind 'Loveless,' and his journey towards finding himself. 

Riley Pearce: Reaching the Treasured State
Riley Pearce: Reaching the Treasured State

Riley Pearce, 24, reflects on lyrics and meaning of the song 'Brave,' his perspective changing semester in Montana, and past relationships. The Australian singer-songwriter began playing guitar and singing for people on street corners. Not until 18 years old did he start to hone his skills in the studio. 

Alexander Biggs: These Thoughts in My Head
Alexander Biggs: These Thoughts in My Head

At only ten years old, Alexander Biggs gravitated towards music as a higher calling. From punk rock dreamer, to session musician, to writing his debut EP, the Australian singer-songwriter has been figuring it out for awhile now. 

Healy: Made in Memphis
Healy: Made in Memphis

Ethan Healy, known as simply 'Healy,' just released his debut album titled Subluxe. With laid back jams like 'Unwind,' Healy has built upon the success of '$150/roll widdit' to put forth a project showcasing his natural vibe. Studying for a Doctorate in Physical Therapy while working on Subluxe, Healy embraces the uphill battle of making time for creativity. 

Healy: Dr. Genre Killer
Healy: Dr. Genre Killer

Ethan Healy, an up and coming music artist from Memphis, just released his debut album Subluxe featuring the fan favorite track 'Unwind'. Studying to become a physical therapist, he didn’t take the typical path into the music industry. Experimenting with his sound, he looks to build off of the success of '150/ roll widdit' as he works towards his doctorate. 

Featured Videos

Blues/Soul
The Bones of J.R. Jones - Burden (Acoustic)
The Bones of J.R. Jones - Burden (Acoustic)
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Hustle: The Business Side of Music 

Hustle
The Future of Music A.I: Artificial Intelligence vs. Artist Ingenuity
The Future of Music A.I: Artificial Intelligence vs. Artist Ingenuity

As humans, we interact with artificial intelligence everyday. From our phones, to our tablets, to our cars, these objects have become an intelligent extension of the human form. What does this mean for music? Will A.I. ever be able to replace human creativity? How will musicians and technology interact in a future inevitably shaped by A.I.? Here’s what you need to know:

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Surprise, Surprise. Eminem's Album Debuts at #1
Surprise, Surprise. Eminem's Album Debuts at #1

Eminem’s album sales for his most recent project, Kamikaze, have been everything but slim. Kamikaze has busted streaming records and earned the top spot on Billboard. How did this surprise release amass titanic numbers without promotional buildup? Why have other top artists been employing similar strategies? Are the days of the traditional album release over? Here’s what you need to know:

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The $30 Billion Music Giant You've Never Heard Of
The $30 Billion Music Giant You've Never Heard Of

There's a music streaming company that has attracted more users than Spotify and Apple Music combined. This same company is filing for an October IPO on a US Stock Exchange. Here's what you need to know:

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Hey Alexa, Can Amazon Compete in Music Streaming?
Hey Alexa, Can Amazon Compete in Music Streaming?

This past week, Amazon let loose a massive marketing campaign aimed at converting music listeners to their streaming platform, Amazon Music. Developed with global independent agency Wieden+Kennedy, this campaign employs star power and the power of Alexa backed by one mantra: A Voice Is All You Need. 

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3LAU, 3lockchain, and the Future of Festivals
3LAU, 3lockchain, and the Future of Festivals

Blockchain technology is shattering the mold of our current financial system, and one DJ is looking to introduce this innovation to the music world: 3LAU. What will cryptocurrency look like in the music industry? How does this tech have the power to change the face of festivals? How will this loosen the grip of large corporations and bring power back to the fans? Here's the rundown:

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The Music Modernization Act and the Future of Music Copyrighting
The Music Modernization Act and the Future of Music Copyrighting

What is the Music Modernization Act? How will one piece of legislation alter the foundations of the music industry as we know it? How will this act affect every artist from the bedroom producer just starting out to multi-platinum artists selling out stadiums? The MMA is set to shake up the chain of command and serve artists a larger slice of the revenue pie. Here's what you need to know:

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What We Do:

Auxoro provides a platform for music artists to share their story and connect with you, the fans, in their own words. By giving artists the tools to craft their own content, Auxoro is shifting the world of music back towards the artists' point of view. Through articles, video series, podcasts, and live-streams, our goal is to transform the way that music artists share information. 

No superficial interviews. No mind-numbing song reviews. No half-assed playlists. We dig into the real story behind the music of all genres with transparent conversations between the artist and the audience. What started as curiosity turned to obsession as we made it our mission to bring forth the human, authentic side of the music industry.

Have you ever wondered about the inspiration behind a certain song? If rockstars struggle with self-doubt? What it's really like to be on tour? How artists deal with anxiety? We've spoken directly to every artist you see on this site, whether it be over the phone, facetime, email, or in person, to bring you the best, most insightful answers to these questions. 

Cutting through the noise and bullshit perpetuated by so many music blogs, our platform stems from the in-depth, powerful stories rooted in the experience of music makers. Go ahead, rediscover your favorite artists. The stage has never been closer. 

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