Meet Xxmorrison | Music & Design

We had the good fortune of connecting with Xxmorrison and we’ve shared our conversation below.

Hi XXMorrison, what led you to pursuing a creative path professionally?
Growing up as an only child with plenty of time to occupy between school and hockey, honing my inner creativity has always been a way for me to pass the time and escape. Whether it was through music, drawing, or anything with a creative mindset involved that’s where you’d find me.

In my youth, hockey was my main motivation and goal in life. Playing at a junior A level of the sport and having played seriously since I was at a very young age, it wasn’t until injury that I realized my true love for music and the creative scene.

Shattering my heel, with nothing to do but heal (no pun intended), I then started falling back towards my musical roots over time. Having play time on my fair share of instruments and equipment, lead guitar in 3rd degree burns cover band, and even trombone and percussion in band class; I had more than enough to get started in the music industry. Learning how to put all that together however, is where this journey begins.

Let’s talk shop? Tell us more about your career, what can you share with our community?
The more I travel down this path, the more I figure out within myself and the industry. The music, videos, photos, clothing, sponsors and branding; all adapting and progressing forward into what’s starting to finally get sent out for the world to see, hear and judge. And I couldn’t be more excited.

October 1st is the start to the new visuals with my Halloween special “Boo x2” kicking off the spooky season! Now using After Effects, check out the first of many visual upgrades on Spotify come October!

Everything is taking a tremendous turn towards the sky, from the depth of the music, to the realistic video effects, all the way down to the clothing and merch. Going for a more cinematic approach, with the new sure to stand out, I couldn’t be more excited for those who tune in and see what’s to come!

Any places to eat or things to do that you can share with our readers? If they have a friend visiting town, what are some spots they could take them to?
It truly depends what type of day out you’re looking for. My personal go-to spot includes the immense Oakdale Trail system and paved paths that line Lapeer. I find myself traveling for miles, taking in nature and wildlife along the way.

Downtown Lapeer also features a car cruise and bike night every week during summer with music provided by a childhood neighbor and long time friend of mine. Pair that with some frozen yogurt or ice cream cookies from one of the few spots in town and you can’t go wrong. If you’re not into cars, maybe golf? Lapeer has a few courses, one of which I live on and the other I grew up on since going to school with the family. If the suns out, so are the golfers.

Lastly, food… everyone’s favorite. Lapeer doesn’t have the the most elegant lineup to choose from, but definitely has a few great picks. I’d likely go with Lake Inn for dinner on the water. With a good selection of food, fair pricing and a view, what more could you ask for?

Who else deserves some credit and recognition?
First and foremost, I have to shoutout my father. Without him supporting me, especially with so much awesome equipment from my childhood, then I don’t know when or how I would have gone this path.

Secondly, a huge shoutout to Swam Lewis who masters all my music, making him the only person other than myself to set hands on anything Area X Studios or related.

Lastly, a big shoutout to my longtime neighbor and local DJ Mike, my youth band 3rd Degree Burns, and all the family, friends and locals who support me and my craft!

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