With Outer Space, I, Captain delivers a cosmic concept album blending rock, funk, blues, and punk. We caught up with the one-man band to explore the journey behind the sound.
1.
Congratulations on the release The “Outer Space” album! How does it feel to
finally share your second full-length album with the world?
First off,
thank you for having me. The “Outer Space” album was fun to do and a long time
coming. It was a labor of love because some of the songs are older but were
never recorded. It was a concept idea years ago that never came to pass. When
the opportunity finally came to record it, I couldn’t pass it up. Having it
released is a blessing!
2. Your
music blends Rock, Funk, Blues, and Punk—how did you arrive at this eclectic
mix, and how does it evolve on Endless Miles compared to your previous work?
I think
it’s just the type of styles that I tend to play. All of the I, Captain stuff
is basically those elements however, this project was a concept idea. The space
theme added a bit of a variance from the previous album.
3. You
describe the album as a concept record inspired by 70’s-style albums and DIY
demos. Can you talk about how those influences shaped the overall sound and
storytelling?
Well, I
love old vinyl. I love the sound and texture that it gave music. I tend to have
a low-fi sound as it is so, my recordings come off that way in general. When I
was young and first started playing music there were bands around making demos
and I always loved the DIY sound. It wasn’t manufactured or overproduced in any
way. It had a purer sound. I try to keep an element of that in my stuff.
4. The
album takes listeners on an "outer space journey" through the stories
of everyday people. What sparked that cosmic narrative, and how does it connect
with real-life themes?
The album
tells stories of everyday people living their lives as we do here on earth,
just in space. There isn’t anything different in that regard. I’m a big Star
Wars fan so I guess the Outer Space concept sparked from that. It’s about
people who struggle, have success, make good and bad choices and ponder their
own existence as we all tend to do.
5. Was
there a particular track that served as the anchor or starting point for the
rest of the album’s concept? If so, which one and why?
Flight Tips
is the first track on the album and was the first song written. I’d say it led
the way for the rest. Although, I think a few different songs might be the
anchor. It’s hard to pick one.
6. The
album title Endless Miles suggests movement or travel—does it refer more to a
literal space voyage or an emotional/personal one?
Well, the
album is called “Outer Space”. Endless Miles is just a featured track which is
about a simulation that continues on and on.
7. How
did you approach the production of this album? Did you keep the DIY spirit
alive, or did you explore new studio methods?
Yes, the
DIY spirit is always present. I learn new techniques all the time and try to
incorporate them into the recordings as well. I built a studio in my home and
it’s a definite learning experience.
8. What
do you hope listeners will feel or take away after experiencing the album from
start to finish?
My hope is
that listeners just enjoy the ride. I release the music in a rather organic
way. I don’t do a lot of promotion for it other than these small interviews.
The album, in my opinion, is fun and full of variety. Hopefully, some folks
will check it out.
9. Are
there any musical easter eggs or hidden themes in the album that fans should
listen for?
Easter
eggs? Not really. It’s pretty straight forward.
10.
You’ve made the album available on all major platforms—do you have any special
plans for live shows or a release party to support Endless Miles?
Well again,
the album is called “Outer Space” and it was released in January 2025. No live
shows scheduled yet but hoping soon.
11. How
has the band grown since your debut full-length release, and what lessons
carried over into this new project?
I’m a one-man
band. I play and record all the instruments. I’m growing all the time as a
musician and engineer. I think each project is better than the last. Of course,
it’s a matter of opinion lol.
12.
Finally, if Endless Miles were a journey through space, where would you say I,
Captain is headed next? What’s on the horizon after this release?"
A new album
is set for next year. The finishing touches are being applied. Hopefully it
will give listeners yet another layer of I, Cap
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