I Killed The Velvet Underground by Mohawk Castle

RAW EMOTIONS, ARTISTIC DEPTH, AND NOSTALGIA – THIS IS I KILLED THE VELVET UNDERGROUND BY MOHAWK!

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Mohawk Castle’s upcoming single, “I Killed The Velvet Underground,” releasing on January 31, 2025, is an emotional tour de force that closes his debut album Die for Love with striking poignancy. Erik David Hidde, the mastermind behind the project, crafts a heartfelt homage to the iconic Velvet Underground while weaving his own narrative of love, loss, and the human experience.

Written during a tumultuous time in Hidde’s life—navigating his father’s cancer diagnosis and the joy of expecting his first child—the track opens with the powerful line, “Well, I’m having a girl.” It encapsulates the fragility and beauty of life, delivering lyrics that are as introspective as they are universal. The production mirrors the depth of his story: entirely self-recorded and produced in his living room, the song’s layered trap beats and hauntingly raw vocals create a sonic atmosphere that’s both nostalgic and forward-thinking. Hidde himself notes that the instrumental alone could serve as a powerful film score, underscoring his versatility as an artist.

The song’s live debut at Racer Tea in Redondo Beach proved its emotional weight, with Hidde altering the final lyric to “I killed The Velvet Underground” in a moment of pure artistic authenticity. His passion for the music was palpable, a testament to the deeply personal nature of the track. Hidde reflects on its significance, stating, “This track has shaped the way I look at songwriting moving forward.”

For listeners seeking music that unfolds its layers over time, “I Killed The Velvet Underground” is a masterful blend of raw emotion and artistic depth. It’s a deeply personal journey, brought to life with Hidde’s unique ability to channel nostalgia and vulnerability into song.