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Losers Who Make Pop Music<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Hailing from San Diego, California, Buddha Trixie is a genre-bending indie band that has been making music since 2017. However, they have only gained notoriety in the past couple of years, which is also when I happened to discover them. Their Spotify description reads as, \u201canswering the age old question of \u2018what if losers made pop music?\u2019 southern california born and raised.\u201d I say this with only affection in my heart, but that is a fairly accurate introduction to the band. Buddha Trixie is composed of the trio of childhood friends Daniel Cole (vocals, drummer), Andrew Harris (guitarist), and Dennis Moon (bassist), with the later addition of Kenzo Mann (guitarist, synthesizer). The band is greater than the sum of its parts, as all these artists combine their talents to form something truly special. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
There is no way to describe Buddha Trixie’s musical style other than to call it quintessentially indie. They bear a strong resemblance to other indie and pop artists, while also pulling elements from different alternative genres like rock n\u2019 roll and punk. They have a distinctive, almost psychedelic sound, blending high-energy intensity with chill vibes. That\u2019s what makes Buddha Trixie a great addition to almost any playlist, because their music can match almost any feeling. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cPitbull Goes To The Club\u201d was my gateway drug to Buddha Trixie because of its infectiously good mood and catchy beat, and many fans felt the same way. For a while, it was Buddha Trixie\u2019s most popular song, garnering over 2 million streams, which is ironic considering the pop song was originally written as a silly bonus track. Their most popular song is currently \u201cShmoopie,\u201d which is more rock-forward while still retaining the dreamlike haze that much of their music is laced with. However, my personal favorite song by Buddha Trixie is \u201cWorship Me\u201d for its deeply soulful lyrics and teenage garage band sound. While I have unfortunately not had the privilege of seeing Buddha Trixie in concert, watching recordings of their live performances reveals just how talented these artists are, with \u201cWorship Me\u201d specifically becoming absolutely transcendent. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Very few artists have resonated with me as Buddha Trixie has. If you were to check my Spotify Wrapped (please don\u2019t), then you would find that I have been within the top 1% of listeners for Buddha Trixie for the past two years in a row. That is to say, from the moment I discovered Buddha Trixie, they have claimed the number one spot in my top artists and haven\u2019t left. As such, I am always excited for any new music, and their latest single definitely did not disappoint! I listened to this single on loop for an embarrassingly long time, but that just goes to show how captivatingly ethereal it is. The intro to the song opens with robotic beeping noises, which is just a prelude to how synth-heavy the song is. Many of Buddha Trixie\u2019s songs feature a lot of synthesizer, but this single particularly puts the instrument in the spotlight. This has the effect of creating an ambiance reminiscent of \u201890s synth-pop. Yet the sounds of rock can still be found beautifully layered into the song; Drums provide a grounded beat, and the strumming of a bass guitar can be found interspersed throughout the track. The song is tied together by the stunning vocals that I so profoundly adore, which also serve to passionately deliver the lyrics in true Buddha Trixie fashion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n While not quite a love song, the lyrics of \u201c$$$ and My Girl\u201d are very much about wistful yearning. The chorus sings \u201cThe only thing I care about is money and my girl,\u201d which can be seen as repetitive, but in my opinion, it only enhances the sentimentality that the song aims to capture. The verses, however, add more to the story and utilize some pretty interesting imagery. My favorite line has to be \u201cI never tie my laces \/ ‘Cause I\u2019m just ready for the fall,\u201d because of how it scratches an itch in my brain by evoking a very striking visual. A close second would be \u201cI wish that you could see me now \/ That I\u2019m a star\u201d for how aesthetically the held notes were sung. All in all, I really liked the song, and it\u2019s definitely some of Buddha Trixie\u2019s best work.<\/p>\n\n\n\n While there was very little promotion leading up to the release of \u201c$$$ and My Girl\u201d, when the song dropped, it did coincide with a couple of key events. Most notably, announcing online sales of a vinyl record with all their greatest hits, which was previously only available for purchase in person on their tour. There was a limited stock of 200 copies, but of course I made sure that I was one of the first ones to order it (and I eagerly await its arrival!) The other occurrence worth mentioning was a short live stream that Daniel Cole hosted on Instagram, to listen to the new song and talk to fans about it.\u00a0 The members of Buddha Trixie, especially Daniel Cole, are amazing at connecting with their fans in a really authentic way. On top of their Instagram, they also have a TikTok account. Both social media pages serve not only to promote their music, but also to repost memes and share silly content. That was actually how I found out one of their previous singles, \u201cmouf!\u201d, dropped.\u00a0 The song was released at random, and the news was broken to me in the caption of a meme post. Even beyond those social media accounts, Buddha Trixie is on Twitch to livestream gameplay, listening parties, Q&As, or even just general hanging out. They also have a Discord server called the Buddha Trixie Fan Club. Needless to say, despite being a smaller indie band, Buddha Trixie excels at engaging with their audience and showing appreciation for the support they receive.\u00a0 Even though I\u2019m completely biased, I think Buddha Trixie deserves a lot more love. Their latest single, \u201c$$$ and My Girl,\u201d is another top-notch song that enhances an already excellent discography, which I hope the band continues to add on to for a long time. These losers who make pop music and only care about money and their girls create such a fun listening experience, while also having a lot of heart. Give \u201c$$$ and My Girl\u201d a shot, or even the rest of Buddha Trixie\u2019s music. Who knows, you may just find your new favorite artist.<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" By David Lavrinovich, Alumni Editor Few things are worth staying up until midnight for, but the release of the song \u201c$$$ and My Girl\u201d definitely was. 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\u201c$$$ and My Girl\u201d Review<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Fan Engagement<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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