Nick Vivid

Nick Vivid is a sonic alchemist who manages to fuse the swagger of 70s stadium rock with the slick neon futurism of 80s synth-funk, all underpinned by the gritty, low-fidelity pulse of 90s beat culture. More than a retro nod, his music is a vibrant, modern synthesis, creating a sound critics call "an undeniable groove" (American Songwriter). Vivid is a master of blending eras—his meticulous analog production is perfectly tailored for a digital world. Brushes with disillusionment in music are nothing new to the NYC-based artist. “For years, I was miserable chasing the dreams and ideals of others,” says Nick. “Now I do things on my own terms because they’re fun and exciting to do. Music is still my mode of artistic expression, and, like an architect, I am compelled to keep building. But what success looks like is my own definition now. No one else’s.” Raised in Buffalo NY, Nick was introduced to soul and blues music by his father, a DJ on the legendary radio station WBLK. His mom was a fan of 1970s glam rock stars Queen and David Bowie. Nick felt the calling from an early age. “I wrote my first album when I was 10 years old, before I could play an instrument. I would do full production and arrangements in my head. I had no idea that this wasn’t every kid’s experience.”