Dorian is an artist to be on the lookout for. The Sulphur, Louisiana-based up-and-comer is doing his due diligence in creating music with the hopes to do for others what music has done for him. “The main reason I’m passionate about music is because at times, music was really all I had to pull me out of whatever I was going through, or I was able to relate and be okay with whatever I was feeling at the time,” he says. “So I just wanna return the energy and be that for whoever needs it.”
Dorian released his single, along with the visuals, “Elevation”, in June of this year. The music video is a film by Frezh Editing. The direction, editing, and visual effects was done by Kenneth Williams, and the director of photography and colorist is done by Camryn Sinclair. The music video is out of this world, literally, as the visuals showcase Dorian in a spacesuit in outer space, planets and nebulas, and overall a futuristic vibe.
“What I want fans to take away from my music is to just know that it’s okay to not be okay sometimes,” Dorian tells RemixdMag. “Life is complex, emotions are complex, but it all starts from within. Never let anyone else’s opinion of you become your reality and be okay with thinking outside of the box. All of this is temporary, so have fun with this shit and be good to others. Be as weird as you wanna be and love yourself.”
Learn more about Dorian and his plans for upcoming releases below.
What city are you from/ Where are you based now?
I’m from Sulphur, Louisiana. I’m still based in Louisiana for the most part, but I mostly record in Houston. Music video was shot in Los Angeles, and did my very first show out there in June.
What is your artist name? What is your real name? How did you get your artist name?
My artist name is Dorian. My real name is Dorian Murray, so I really just kept it simple, me.
How would you describe your sound to readers who may not be familiar with you?
I’m still a fairly new artist and still finding my sound, so I can’t really describe it. I just try to keep things as versatile as possible, so I’m never put in a box.
What’s one reason you are passionate about music and what inspires you?
The main reason I’m passionate about music is because at times, music was really all I had to pull me out of whatever I was going through, or I was able to relate and be okay with whatever I was feeling at the time. So I just wanna return the energy and be that for whoever needs it.
Who are some of your main musical influences?
Some of my main musical influences, Andre 3000, not only for his artistry and him as a phenomenal rapper, but for him unapologetically being himself. Kanye, Drake, J. Cole, Childish Gambino and Kendrick Lamar.
Tell us the name of the project you are currently promoting? What inspired this project?
I’m currently promoting the music video for my debut single, “Elevation”. The inspiration behind this song was just me wanting to make something that was more upbeat than the other music I’m working on, I wanted to have a healthy balance and release a fun, confident song.
Date that this project dropped or is set to drop?
The music video was released June of this year and the single was released September of last year.
What is this project about in your own words?
The song is about feeling elevated. Above the noise, head in the clouds and not worried about anything beneath you. Knowing that you’re great and letting it be known that you’re fully aware of your capabilities.
What’s next for you? Are you working on any upcoming projects we should be on the lookout for? Include some dates if you have them.
I’m currently working on my debut solo project(mixtape, album, whatever.). I plan to release one more single and video beforehand, but for the project, I’m aiming for a winter or early 2023 release, no rush though, I wanna make sure everything’s perfect. Title already picked and hinted at the end of the music video, but no set date as of now. Also trying to feature with more artists now to push myself even more and step more out of my comfort zone to capture a broader fanbase.
What message do you hope fans take away from your music and from this project?
What I want fans to take away from my music is to just know that it’s okay to not be okay sometimes. Life is complex, emotions are complex, but it all starts from within. Never let anyone else’s opinion of you become your reality and be okay with thinking outside of the box. All of this is temporary, so have fun with this shit and be good to others. Be as weird as you wanna be and love yourself.
Where can we follow you on social media? Include links.
My social media handle is @dorjmur
https://instagram.com/dorjmur?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=
Check out “Elevation” music video below:
