In this exclusive interview, we dive into the creative mind of ImYoung, an underground musical artist who is making waves in the industry with his latest EP, "Inception." ImYoung takes us on a journey, sharing the inspiration behind the project, the evolution of his music, and the unique sound that sets it apart from his previous releases.

"Inception" is a rock project that draws inspiration from ImYoung's early roots in music, channeling the energy of the 80s rock sound and the iconic band Green Day. With the EP, ImYoung aims to break free from the mundane and inspire listeners to seize their dreams, offering a much-needed escape from everyday life.

Can you provide us with more details about the inspiration behind your EP, #Inception? Were there any specific experiences or influences that shaped the project?

Inception was originally a full on rage project - which got cut down to four songs, due to the project coming up early next year. Inception is basically a project to release the listener from everyday life and motivate him or her as much as possible.

How would you describe the overall sound and style of this project, and how does it differ from your previous releases? Are there any specific musical genres or artists that inspired the sound?

The project is straight up a rock project inspired by my early roots when entering music. Inspired by the 80´s and the infamous band green day!

Walk us through the creative process behind the EP. Did you have a clear vision for the project from the beginning, or did it evolve and take shape over time? Were there any unexpected twists or turns along the way?

The vision for the project was always clear - we wanted to make something that was going to make the people move and create a drive. Showcased the EP in Norway earlier this year and it was amazing. 300 people jumping in mosh-it's which was definitely crazy.

Each song on #Inception carries its own unique vibe and message. Can you provide us with a deeper understanding of the meaning and themes behind each track? Are there any personal stories or experiences that influenced the lyrics?

#Inception carries songs that creates a world for the listener- the message we wanted to forward was to go and get it. Focus on whatever you are doing - if it's going to school or launching your brand.

Collaborating with P-Flow on one of the songs is an exciting feature of the EP. How did the collaboration come about? Can you share any interesting stories from the recording process, and what made P-Flow the perfect fit for this particular track?

Me and Flowman have been locked in for some time now and after he invited me to warm up for him in Oslo, Norway I invited him over to London to cook up. We all combined have almost 10 demos but when this track came along I knew it was the perfect fit for the project. Always big love to my brother for putting me on!

Among the four songs on #Inception, is there one that holds a particularly special meaning to you? If so, can you elaborate on why it resonates with you on a deeper level?

I love this project just cause it simply projects something completely different than the earlier projects. I have no favourite song in particular, I love all the songs equally haha.

As an artist, how do you feel your music has evolved or grown since your last release? Are there any specific lessons or experiences that have contributed to your artistic development?

Definitely the fact that this last year I have been way more tapped inn with the production side of things. Started to get back on my beats so that definitely reflects on the project.

#Inception carries a range of emotions and messages. What message or emotions do you hope listeners will take away from experiencing this EP? Is there a particular reaction or connection you aim to evoke?

My main message for this project is that life to precious to care about everything all the time - sometimes you just have to focus on yourself and what you need to do.

Did you experiment with any new musical elements or techniques on this project? How did you incorporate them into your signature style, and what impact do they have on the overall sound of the EP?

For this project it was more of returning back to known waters and building on the rock sound even more. Proud of everyone involved - super proud of the outcome in total.

Balancing artistic vision with commercial appeal can be a challenge. How do you navigate this balance in your music, ensuring you stay true to your own creative instincts while also appealing to a wider audience?

Definitely something you always try to think off when releasing and building your brand - this time around we went with a different sound, that was recived surprisingly well by the people.

The release date of October 6th, 2023, holds significance for #Inception. Can you discuss why you chose this date and how it relates to the overall concept or themes of the EP?

No specific meaning by the drop date, the project was originally meant to drop the 29th of September but we had to push it back due to clearance of the samples.

Are there any specific goals or milestones you hope to achieve with this EP? Whether it's reaching a certain number of streams or connecting with a particular audience, what are your aspirations for this project?

Definitely something that stood out for us was how the people recived the new rock sound - which was very inspirational.

Once the EP is released, how do you plan to promote and share it with your fans and new listeners? Are there any innovative strategies or platforms you'll be utilizing to get the word out about #Inception?

We have released this project focusing on the core fanbase and applied a lot of pressure when it comes to promoting on TikTok etc..

Looking ahead, what can we expect from you in the future? Are there any upcoming projects or collaborations that you're excited about and would like to share with your fans?

The 6 of November we have new release coming up with a very talented singer, which we are very excited about. More music and more shows coming up!

Finally, as an underground musical artist, what advice would you give to aspiring musicians who are looking to make their mark in the industry? Are there any key lessons or insights you've gained from your own journey that you would like to pass on?

Always been a big fan of supporting my fans and also to focus on what you need to get done. Music can be a hard industry to be in, but as any other thing in life you have to lock in and go get it.In addition to this I want to say big ups to Nefarious Supply for always showing love and letting us come on here and speak about the project! Big love as always<3