Charmed Life.
Chicago's Tommy Bravos Releases Groovy New Single 'Charming'
The Chicago kid is back with new music that we are loving! Tommy Bravos is matching voice and style to the title of his brand new single 'Charming' and is giving us music to sway to. Groovy and grand, we have to say Bravo! Tommy Bravos. We caught with Tommy to get some info on the song, what lies ahead and we hit him with a charming rapid fire round.
What was the lead up like in terms of getting to this point releasing new music? What got you to the point of creating Charming? Where did the song evolve from and what is the song about for you?
I had just finished working on my latest music video, Divination, and kept thinking "What's next?" I'd had a few songs I was sitting on, and new that I wanted Divination to sort of be a segue into a new era for me. I had also started listening to a lot more Kate Bush and Donna Summer, so I knew marrying the mystical with disco was the way to go! And Charming ended up being the best song that fit that vibe.
What are the biggest challenges as an independent artist that you’re currently faced with?
My biggest challenge would probably be finding exposure as an lgbtq artist. As a pop musician, the internet is the easiest route to attain virility and traction. However, I often feel inauthentic when trying to use that tool with the goal of gaining attention. As I hold my personal artistry to the likes of people such as Allie X or Florence Welch, where their aesthetic is what gives them exposure, I find that maintaining my musical self while trying to grow my audience.
What comes next? What does the rest of the year look like? Will there be more music? Live shows? Music videos?
What comes next? A whole lot! I've been playing a lot more so there will absolutely be a lot more Tommy tunes coming to you live. I've been taking more dance classes to heighten my energy on stage, and also in preparation for more music videos. There is absolutely more music coming, and I feel a sense of clarity, both in vision and how to attain it, with the route I'm going. Let's just say Aurora and Kate Bush have been hanging out at the disco for too long...
What impact are you feeling as a result of so many new artists emerging from the LGBT community than ever before?
Inspiration for sure. It's absolutely wonderful to have made so many new friends in the LGBTQ community, both online as an artist, and in my personal life as well. I see my friends and contemporaries succeeding and becoming even more wonderful versions of themselves, and it inspires me to grow into a new Tommy. It's a blessing of a symbiotic relationship.
What was the lead up like in terms of getting to this point releasing new music? What got you to the point of creating Charming? Where did the song evolve from and what is the song about for you?
I had just finished working on my latest music video, Divination, and kept thinking "What's next?" I'd had a few songs I was sitting on, and new that I wanted Divination to sort of be a segue into a new era for me. I had also started listening to a lot more Kate Bush and Donna Summer, so I knew marrying the mystical with disco was the way to go! And Charming ended up being the best song that fit that vibe.
What are the biggest challenges as an independent artist that you’re currently faced with?
My biggest challenge would probably be finding exposure as an lgbtq artist. As a pop musician, the internet is the easiest route to attain virility and traction. However, I often feel inauthentic when trying to use that tool with the goal of gaining attention. As I hold my personal artistry to the likes of people such as Allie X or Florence Welch, where their aesthetic is what gives them exposure, I find that maintaining my musical self while trying to grow my audience.
What comes next? What does the rest of the year look like? Will there be more music? Live shows? Music videos?
What comes next? A whole lot! I've been playing a lot more so there will absolutely be a lot more Tommy tunes coming to you live. I've been taking more dance classes to heighten my energy on stage, and also in preparation for more music videos. There is absolutely more music coming, and I feel a sense of clarity, both in vision and how to attain it, with the route I'm going. Let's just say Aurora and Kate Bush have been hanging out at the disco for too long...
What impact are you feeling as a result of so many new artists emerging from the LGBT community than ever before?
Inspiration for sure. It's absolutely wonderful to have made so many new friends in the LGBTQ community, both online as an artist, and in my personal life as well. I see my friends and contemporaries succeeding and becoming even more wonderful versions of themselves, and it inspires me to grow into a new Tommy. It's a blessing of a symbiotic relationship.
The grind of the nature of releasing music can take its toll on confidence and mental health. How do keep the passion intact and yourself grounded? How do you take care of you?
To stay inspired, I often remind myself that it's okay to take a break, to step back and remember that I create for my own soul and that soul needs some rest. I like to listen to artists that inspire me, and then to wordless music, as that helps me get out of my head. And when I can find the time between my two jobs, my own career, and playing in other bands, I like to enjoy some Pokemon or nights out with friends!
What’s your advice to the young artists out there looking to start releasing their own music?
JUST DO IT. I hate to pull a NIKE but if you don't start you'll never get to where you want to be. Growth is not overnight, but you have to plant the seed for it to begin.
What are you most excited about for the future?
The thing that excites me the most is that I can feel change. The accumulation of attaining a music degree, releasing my first album, moving to a new city, everything that has shaped me as a person, I can tell how that has affected my art. Now that I'm able to recognize that, I have a real focused vision of where I want to go, and that is the most exhilarating realization I could have ever had.
To stay inspired, I often remind myself that it's okay to take a break, to step back and remember that I create for my own soul and that soul needs some rest. I like to listen to artists that inspire me, and then to wordless music, as that helps me get out of my head. And when I can find the time between my two jobs, my own career, and playing in other bands, I like to enjoy some Pokemon or nights out with friends!
What’s your advice to the young artists out there looking to start releasing their own music?
JUST DO IT. I hate to pull a NIKE but if you don't start you'll never get to where you want to be. Growth is not overnight, but you have to plant the seed for it to begin.
What are you most excited about for the future?
The thing that excites me the most is that I can feel change. The accumulation of attaining a music degree, releasing my first album, moving to a new city, everything that has shaped me as a person, I can tell how that has affected my art. Now that I'm able to recognize that, I have a real focused vision of where I want to go, and that is the most exhilarating realization I could have ever had.
With new single ‘Charming’ now out, we thought it would be fun to ask Tommy a few charming questions in what we’re calling... Rapid Response With...Tommy Bravos! Here we go!
How charming is ‘Charming’?
I'd like to think this song is charming both in the definition and magical pun! It has a certain flirty nature to it, without being incredibly forward.
What or who is ‘Charming’ about?
Charming is indeed about a single person, but the energy of the entire song is about a What, that feeling of knowing you could have a real connection with someone you've been dancing or out with, and you're begging them to finally give it to you after the fun is finished.
How do you define charming?
Coyness, flirtatious, somewhat sarcastic. These all have a sex appeal to them, and altogether define charming for me.
Who would you cast as your Prince Charming in a live action Disney movie?
Oscar Isaac without a doubt.
What would you say is your lucky charm?
Realistically? The Turtwig plush that sits next to my bed, but in actuality it's whatever chapstick I have on me.
Who’s the most charming person in your life?
Me!
How charming is ‘Charming’?
I'd like to think this song is charming both in the definition and magical pun! It has a certain flirty nature to it, without being incredibly forward.
What or who is ‘Charming’ about?
Charming is indeed about a single person, but the energy of the entire song is about a What, that feeling of knowing you could have a real connection with someone you've been dancing or out with, and you're begging them to finally give it to you after the fun is finished.
How do you define charming?
Coyness, flirtatious, somewhat sarcastic. These all have a sex appeal to them, and altogether define charming for me.
Who would you cast as your Prince Charming in a live action Disney movie?
Oscar Isaac without a doubt.
What would you say is your lucky charm?
Realistically? The Turtwig plush that sits next to my bed, but in actuality it's whatever chapstick I have on me.
Who’s the most charming person in your life?
Me!
Where’s the most charming place you’ve ever visited?
The most charming place I've ever visited? Probably the Cafe I last visited when I was in Greece.
How would you charm the pants off someone?
I won't reveal how I charm the pants off of someone, a magician never reveals their secrets ;)
Why is it that the third time is the charm?
Because practice makes perfect!
What’s the last thing that has worked like a charm for you?
Last thing that worked like a charm? Getting someone to buy drinks for me.
What pick-up line works like a charm for you?
When something works out for me, it doesn't require a cheesy pick up line just genuine curiosity and conversation!
The Q Review thinks that Tommy Bravos is indeed, quite the charmer! Check out his latest single 'Charming' available now on all streaming platforms.
The most charming place I've ever visited? Probably the Cafe I last visited when I was in Greece.
How would you charm the pants off someone?
I won't reveal how I charm the pants off of someone, a magician never reveals their secrets ;)
Why is it that the third time is the charm?
Because practice makes perfect!
What’s the last thing that has worked like a charm for you?
Last thing that worked like a charm? Getting someone to buy drinks for me.
What pick-up line works like a charm for you?
When something works out for me, it doesn't require a cheesy pick up line just genuine curiosity and conversation!
The Q Review thinks that Tommy Bravos is indeed, quite the charmer! Check out his latest single 'Charming' available now on all streaming platforms.
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