Hendrix Harris is a multi-faceted, genre spanning singer and rapper who is sonically offering something that no other artist is. His style is so indefinable and unique to him that it seems impossible to replicate. Every aspect of his art stands out; whether his gruff voice, his focused and striking songwriting or the overawing, robust production, Hendrix engulfs you in his creative dimension and sonic universe, drawing you ever closer into the narrative webs that he spins with emotional potency.

Harris has just unveiled his unique and eclectic 5 track EP ‘Horus’; a fluid and explorative collection of songs that continuously challenge expectation and redefine him as an artist.

I sat down with Hendrix to discuss the new EP and his boundless versatility.

Who influences you?

Always hard to answer this one. Big L, Bob Dylan, Kendrick Lamar, Nino Rota, Hiatus Kaiyote, Connan Mockasin, James Blake, D’Angelo, Young Thug, Andre 3000.

How important is remaining authentic in your writing and image?

It is crucial to me, I’m lucky enough to have a pretty interesting life. I don’t feel like I need to live in someone else’s shoes. Also, considering we’re probably like 16 in my head, there’s enough material there for me to go on about.

You are such a versatile artist, the amount of different sounds in the tunes is ludicrous. How do you combine so many styles so successfully?

I mean it’s harder for me not to combine them. I’m a very plural individual, with a lot of different faces. I’m not gonna lie though, it took me like 10 years to find a natural way to express myself : blending my raspy tone with a newly discovered falsetto, quick fire bars delivered with a high pitched voice with more laid back, catchy flows.

What’s your opinion on the concept of genre? Do you think it is still relevant in the landscape of modern music?

I hate this concept, its narrowness is counterproductive. I think limiting yourself in art is important, or else there’s chaos. But genre is a limit we definitely don’t need anymore. It’s all blues/soul music to me anyway.

I love how intricate your narratives are. Do you mostly write from experience?

I definitely only write from experience even though the source sometimes is me experiencing dreams. They can heavily influence me creatively.

What are the main themes and concepts behind the new EP?

Love, jealousy, sensuality, atonement, competition, trust, betrayal, the human nature.

A track that really stood out for me is ‘Right of Ownership’. I love how you manipulate vocal and instrumental texture and I love the sharp delivery. How do you go about creating the song?

I had this sick piano sample sitting on an Ableton project for a while, and one day I felt like going for it. I made the drums in probably 3-4 hours, then played a melody with a synth sound I’ve created that sounds like a Mexican trumpet (I call it Conquistador), and that was basically how the beat came to life. Then I found the hook, and the concept of the song came from there.

What’s your personal favourite track from the EP?

It switches every week.. Right now probably Locked.

If you were introducing someone to your music who had never heard of you before, what track would you put on?

I’d probably play them Locked, Sweat Drops or Gaby Blue.

What’s next for you?

Live shows and Mulatto.

Artist Spotlight: Hendrix Harris