StreamLINE EP Review – LEVI ZADOFF and DEAD HENDRIX – “Dead Summer” : (Pop-Punk/Rock/Rap)
Dead Summer - Artwork - Levi Zadoff and Dead Hendrix
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Having carved out a unique niche in their respective musical lanes, recording artists Levi Zadoff and Dead Hendrix have combined their immense individual talents to form a dynamic tandem. Levi Zadoff is based on the West Coast in the U.S., primarily L.A. and San Francisco, and Dead Hendrix is from Ottawa, Canada.
The newly formed duo brings their one-of-a-kind punk fusion sound to the forefront with the release of a seminal EP project titled “Dead Summer”. The EP is a 5-track collection of songs that touches on the variety of emotions experienced and dire circumstances that existed during the height of the global COVID pandemic.
As such, the EP’s title “Dead Summer” is symbolic in a couple of ways as it refers literally to the overwhelming number of deaths that COVID caused and it also represents the death of the economy, social interaction, mental health struggles and trauma resulting from the mass shutdowns and lockdowns.
Incorporating an invigorating blend of pop, punk, rock and rap with a provocative, introspective lyricism, “Dead Summer” delivers the electrifying punk fusion vibe that the duo is known for, while also vividly taking the listener down memory lane with its relatable, authentically raw themes and perspectives on the pandemic.
COVID impacted everyone around the world, and we all experienced it in different ways, either the angst, uncertainty, grief, need to self-medicate, or mental health challenges that the EP touches on. There’s definitely some lyric or phrase which will make a listener say something like, “that’s exactly what I was going through.”
The EP begins with a dose of witty sarcasm in the opening track, “Dont Think It Could Get Much Better.” I take this track as being exasperated with the state of affairs, but when you sit back and take an overview of things, you get some glimmer of hope as you come to the conclusion that things can’t actually get worse.
“Alone” is a song that speaks on the debilitating solitude and isolation that many experienced during the pandemic. Lines such as “I don’t even know where I’m at”….”I’m tired of being alone”….”I’m tired of getting stoned” paint a clear picture of where the track is going.
“Cant Be God” is an intriguing track as the duo comes to terms with the realization that they can’t obsess on matters that are outside of their control. Every aspect of your life cannot be planned out; however, you can put yourself in the best possible situation to flourish in life. I liken it to the pandemic that has turned life upside down, but you must do your best to maintain your health and sanity and persevere forward.
“Love Game” is another relatable song dealing with the turmoil of love thrown in the midst of all the other issues surrounding the pandemic. Many couples were put to the test as some were separated long-term or you had others who experienced the opposite scenario and were forced into quarantine all day, every day.
Lastly, the EP concludes with a bonus track “Teenage Dirtbag”, a reflective song in which the two reminisce on mischievous teenage ways, a period before the world went haywire in a global health crisis.
The “Dead Summer” EP is available on all streaming platforms and you can stream it on repeat via the Spotify link below. Playlist these five knockout tracks and save them to your Favorites Library! Scroll below to connect with Levi Zadoff and Dead Hendrix via their respective Instagram pages and websites. You also learn more about their musical journey and backgrounds in the Bio section below. Enjoy!
Listen to the “Dead Summer” EP on Spotify
DEAD SUMMER EP
Listen to DEAD SUMMER EP on Spotify. DEAD HENDRIX · Single · 2022 · 5 songs.
Connect with Levi Zadoff and Dead Hendrix:
- Levi Zadoff Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/levizadoff
- Levi Zadoff Website: https://www.levizadoffmusic.com/
- Dead Hendrix Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/talk2thedead
- Dead Hendrix Website: https://www.twitter.com/talk2thedeadd
About Levi Zadoff:
Based in Los Angeles, San Francisco, and the pacific northwest, Levi uses lyrical versatility and life experiences to create music on track to set the mainstream music industry on fire. He is a firm believer in freedom of artistry and the idea that music is one of the best communication tools. He has a strong passion for including lyrical puns and metaphors, unique melodies, and psychedelic samples as a driving force for his sound. Levi Zadoff is determined to create and ignite a new sound infusing pop, punk, rock, and rap sounds while revealing his alter-ego, Boy Misery. To date, he has accumulated 10 Million streams during the Soundcloud rap era and is verified on the platform, headlined multiple shows in San Francisco and Los Angeles, has a fanbase of over 32k on Instagram, 10k on Snapchat, a significant online presence, several blogs and went viral on TikTok three times.
About Dead Hendrix:
Musically known as Dead Hendrix, Gavin Kratt is a punk/rap artist from Centretown ‘CT’ in Ottawa, Canada. He is 20 years old and has been writing songs since his single-digit years. He covers true-to-life topics such as drug abuse, heartbreak, insecurities, and trauma in his music while being as unique and original as possible. He does not make music to get rich or famous and wants to share his passion with others. DEAD HENDRIX is currently exploding in Ottawa because of the uniqueness and originality of his music. In addition, many fans note he is the only artist with his enticing and alluring signature sound.
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Adding this to my playlist