Today we’d like to introduce you to Levi Lane.
Hi Levi, please kick things off for us with an introduction to yourself and your story.
I began as all musicians begin… banging on things and making noise. I am blessed to have lovely parents who realized that I could stay on rhythm and pitch starting around 3 years old. I have always magnetized to any musical instrument put in front of me and made it a goal to learn them well enough to play what comes into my head.
I learned in college how to break the rules of music theory and use them as a tool, and started playing around with synthesizers. That’s where it changed for me I think. I was able to create new sounds that were completely my own.
I make electronic music, film music and write/produce for other artists and singers as well. I began my journey as “Viligir”, but I am currently starting a new project called “Odd Arcana”. Along with the electronic side of my work, I also make music for film and live experiences.
Today I view myself as a composer for all things. I create sounds that people dance, laugh, cry, relax, and do other various undisclosed things to. Its ALL me but under different masks and styles.
We all face challenges, but looking back would you describe it as a relatively smooth road?
A good plot always has unexpected challenges. For me a reoccurring one has been how to fit everything I do into its place. I love to create, but to package it all nicely and release it into the world is a difficult process. My brain is a mess of melody and noise. Focusing on what the audience would like to hear and balancing that with something I feel is completely new and innovative is a constant struggle. I try to stray away from iteration and lean into innovation.
Can you tell our readers more about what you do and what you think sets you apart from others?
I am a composer, music producer, mixing and mastering engineer, and performing artist. I have performed under many aliases across the country and worked with many artists to shape their sound.
Notable venues: 1720 (LA), Sound Nightclub (Hollywood), Showbox Market (Seattle), Substation (Seattle).
Production Credits: Apple TV, mau5trap, Enhanced, Jordan Lake, Morgin Madison, Pastelle, Karma, Heaven Sent
What sort of changes are you expecting over the next 5-10 years?
I anticipate the music industry continuing with the trend of “The loudest voice wins”. A lot of people think this is a negative thing for small artists, but it is actually significantly easier to have your voice heard today than it was say 30 years ago. Oversaturation is definitely an issue, but right now I see success more in terms of doing something I love rather than doing something for attention or profit. If your heart isn’t in what you’re doing, people will notice and it wont receive the attention you were hoping for.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://solo.to/oddarcana
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/odd.arcana/
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/worldofoddarcana/
- Twitter: https://x.com/ODDARCANA
Image Credits
David Marksbury, Alexander Karavay
