Hip-Hop Lives Here
Hip-Hop Lives Here
Hip-hop artist Thxrsday demonstrates versatility and authenticity in his latest release, “O V R T H I N K,” from the upcoming album of the same name. Inviting listeners to confront their own emotions, the thoughtful single acts both as an outlet for the artist and a moment for listeners to feel of their own accord.
Hailing from Tennessee (and born in Colorado), Thxrsday is a musician with abundant life experiences and the courage to share them. Taking inspiration from artists including The Weeknd, Kendrick Lamar, Juice WRLD, and XXXTentacion, Thxrsday blends the sounds of his surroundings with a perspective of his own. His goal, ultimately, is to meet listeners where they are in life and share the moment through his songs.
Moved by The Weeknd’s mixtape, “Thursday,” the artist eventually adopted a version of the title as his moniker. “That mixtape is my favorite and resonated the most with me as a person,” adds Thxrsday of his namesake.
The album O V R T H I N K showcases a cohesive variety that flows from one song to the next while compiling beats from various producers. “The album is arranged sonically but not chronologically,” explains the artist. “I curated it based on which songs sounded good next to the other ones, not necessarily how listeners are expected to listen to them.”
“Every song individually tells its own story,” he adds. “The first is the bittersweet introduction of who I am and where I come from. The second leads into the music scene and what I want to do here. The project isn’t supposed to be one story. It’s about getting people to know who I am. I’d rather have a song paint a picture than write words in a biography.”
Both the single and album title, “O V R T H I N K” is the fifth of nine songs on Thxrsday’s upcoming project. The single came to Thxrsday in the form of a rock-based beat by producer youngtaylor_. “I’m a huge fan of rock and guitars,” shares the rapper. “I heard the guitar, and it led to me telling the truth on the mic.”
“O V R T H I N K” is an experience to be had. As the song begins, the smooth rock breaks into a delightfully unexpected verse. There is never a moment of pause through the flows and movement of the single. Each section is carefully curated to pull listeners in and give them space to feel.
To Thxrsday, creating music is like therapy. “It’s only then that I open up and talk to the mic, like sharing with a friend. Music gave me the opportunity to open up and use it to show people how I’m really feeling — my deepest, darkest secrets.”
Thxrsday isn’t shy about pouring his heart and soul into song. “Everything I say is based off real experiences and things I’ve gone through. That’s then painted in the beautiful masterpiece of music.”
Ultimately, Thxrsday hopes listeners can find their own purpose and meaning in his songs. “I want my story to resonate with others but I don’t want to force a meaning. I want them to find it for themselves,” he adds.
O V R T H I N K is set to release on July 30, 2026. Following the release of O V R T H I N K and its namesake single (out July 3), Thxrsday looks forward to continuing to create and release music at a steady pace. ”Releasing new music is a no brainer,” says Thxrsday. “I want to touch upon different genres, drop some EDM songs.”
As for live performances, Thxrsday is eager to showcase his music onstage in the near future. In the meantime, fans can enjoy the entire album – in whichever order they like.
“O V R T H I N K” is available on all streaming platforms, with promotional support from Starlight PR.
Make sure to stay connected to Thxrsday on all platforms for new music, videos, and social posts.
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Artist Spotlight: Rondo Gold
Join us as Rondo Gold takes us behind the curtain of their artistry, legacy, and future plans.
HipHopNow: Who are your biggest musical influences?
Rondo Gold: There are so many amazing artists alive and those who have passed on that I could sit here all day and choose great artistic influences. However, My Top 5 Musical influences are Donny Hathaway, Michael Jackson, Chris Brown, Usher, and Tupac. All of these Great artists have and had an Amazing Work Ethic to go along with their undeniable Talent.
HipHopNow: When did you first realize you wanted to be a musician?
Rondo Gold: Well, I started freelance singing and freestyling with my brothers and cousins when I was around 13/14 years old. That led me to actually go to school for music for a short time. This helped me get better with basic music theory, songwriting, and performing. But I basically knew I wanted to do this professionally around 16 years old.
HipHopNow: How do you stay motivated and inspired in your daily life?
Rondo Gold: Honestly, I try to jot down my dreams and goals in my dream journal daily. Also, I have a vision board. I work out, and I meditate; I watch my diet and go on occasional fasts. And I can’t forget to listen to and study great artists, then and now; that is a must. Then I create some good music to top it all off.
HipHopNow: How do you define happiness and fulfillment in your life and career?
Rondo Gold: Happiness and Fulfillment come from spending time with my family and friends, eating some good Food, playing basketball/ working out/ Singing and dancing, Meditating as much as possible, and helping others/giving back whenever I can.
HipHopNow: Where do you find inspiration for your lyrics and melodies?
Rondo Gold: 1st of all, I’m a music head, so I can listen to a simple chord progression from an old song and become inspired lol; it can literally be that easy, and then it’s off to the races once the creativity kicks in. Many times I just hum abstract riffs and runs, and they come together, and before I know it, I have a dope hook or a full song.
HipHopNow: What’s your approach to creating a unique sound?
Rondo Gold: I am a versatile artist, and my fans/ supporters will see that; as time goes on, I can’t be boxed in. I use my versatile and vocal characteristics to shape my own sound with elements of playful/ charismatic all the way to deep/ emotional and real.
HipHopNow: What’s the significance of your album art, and how do you choose it?
Rondo Gold: Overall, I look for the theme that I’m going for, and for this particular single, “Impossible,” I kept it simple, romantic, but also thought-provoking for people to envision the idea and possibly an impossible Love.
HipHopNow: Are there any upcoming projects or releases you’re excited about?
Rondo Gold: Yes, I have some more magic coming soon. I’ve been taking my time to perfect a few of them, but I feel and think Quality over Quantity when it comes to my art. So yeah, stay tuned and get ready to be captivated by some good Music.
HipHopNow: How do you handle criticism and feedback on your music?
Rondo Gold: I actually don’t mind it as much as I used to; I’m more positive when it comes to feedback and constructive criticism these days. I see it as a chance to hear from the audience and Golden Dreamers on how they feel about my music. This, in turn, allows me to grow and improve in my artistry overall.
HipHopNow: How do you continue to improve your musical skills and knowledge?
Rondo Gold: Well, I always pride myself on knowing that I don’t know everything and that there is always so much more to learn. I just started back taking vocal lessons and plan on learning guitar and piano. Also, by listening back to my old music, I can already see my growth in vocal range, songwriting/subject matter, and overall confidence. It’s all about growth to me; that’s what I believe it means to be GOLDEN!
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