Artist OutLook

The Rise of the Primitive Disciples: Highlighting the Final 6 of the PDT The Primitive Disciple Tournament (PDT), a collaboration between Primitive NY and Artist Outlook, brought together one of the rawest displays of underground talent we’ve seen in a minute. Over 40 artists submitted, 26 battled it out, and only 6 rose to the top to earn their place as the first official Primitive Disciples. Each artist came with their own style, story, and drive, and together they represent the future of underground music. Here’s a closer look at the final six KBS (Middletown/Newport, Rhode Island) KBS has been proving that self-drive and passion can take you far. With a sound rooted in versatility, he’s constantly pushing boundaries and showing range. PDT gave him an even sharper edge, boosting his confidence and solidifying his place among the Disciples. Now, KBS is locked in, ready to prove why he belongs on the big stage. YSK Rico A familiar name in the underground, YSK Rico has been covered mul...

Torrance: Music is Therapy For independent artist Torrance, music isn’t just sound it’s survival. Born in Akron, Ohio and raised in Blue Rapids, Kansas, he grew up in a place he describes as “a lot of broken dreams, drugs, and no ambition.” That reality, combined with personal battles, has shaped him into the artist he is today. “I think the biggest challenge for myself and probably a lot of other independent artists is getting your music in front of new listeners and getting them to listen in,” Torrance shares. “There’s a lot of hard work put into this stuff, and it’s nice to see an audience build up who respect the vision and the passion behind the music.” For Torrance music is more than a grind its therapy. Living with schizophrenia in an environment where mental health struggles often aren’t respected, he found healing through his craft. “Music is therapy to me… seeing people relate to what we’re going through and what we’ve been through means a lot. It makes me feel like we aren’t...

BDOC: Standing Out, Staying True Breaking out as an underground artist is no easy path, but BDOC has never been one to follow the crowd. From small-town Texas roots to making noise in the underground scene, he’s carving out his own lane with authenticity, originality, and a relentless drive. The Challenges of Being Underground For BDOC, the toughest obstacle hasn’t been making music it’s been getting people to hear it. “My biggest challenges I would say are definitely getting heard,” he admits. “As an underground artist you really have to come with something different in order to stand out. I’ve always stood by staying true to my sound regardless of somebody liking it.” That determination to remain authentic has become a defining part of who he is as an artist. Music With Meaning Beyond just beats and bars, BDOC wants his music to resonate. “I want people to know that they’re not alone,” he says. “My main thing is making music that people can relate to. I wanna make something for every...

G3NG4R: All In Purple For Connecticut-based artist G3NG4R, music is both obsession and outlet. His name, inspired by his love of Pokémon and anime specifically the fierce, purple energy of Gengar captures the bold, aggressive edge that runs through his work. But the journey hasn’t been easy. “The challenge I’ve run into the most is people either not caring or not really trying to listen to my artwork, which is disheartening at times,” he admits. Even so, discouragement hasn’t stopped him. Instead, it fuels his determination. G3NG4R continues creating relentlessly, making new beats, experimenting with sounds, and pushing himself to stay versatile. His influences reveal the breadth of his palette: Bones, Makavelligodd, Ericdoa, Brakence, and Three Days Grace top his list, a lineup that hints at the fusion of rap, trap metal, and alternative tones in his music. Growing up in Connecticut has also shaped his sound. He notes that the state’s proximity to both New York and Massachusetts expos...

🎤  Artist Spotlight: Tony Kage -Precision, Passion, and Power By Artist Outlook Some artists make music. Tony Kage crafts it with surgical precision, raw emotion, and an unshakable drive. As the latest Song Wars standout, Tony proves that underground artistry is alive, thriving, and ready to break through. 🎶  More Than Just Lyrics When Tony Kage writes, every bar carries intention. He wants listeners to feel the weight behind his words but also the force behind his voice. “I want them to feel the kick behind the relatable lyrics that I write, and if they can’t relate, they can feel the emotion and power in my voice and melodies.” It’s not just about telling a story it’s about making sure the story hits hard. 🧠  Perfectionism: The Double-Edged Sword Like many creatives, Tony’s biggest obstacle has been the very thing that makes him great his perfectionism. “My biggest challenge has for sure been my perfectionism! It’s a constant battle overthinking every single actio...

🎤  Artist Spotlight: CDTQuan :Turning Pain Into Purpose By Artist Outlook From the heart of New Orleans, Louisiana, rising artist CDTQuan (real name JeQuan Robinson) is carving out a space for himself in today’s music landscape with versatility, passion, and authenticity. As the latest winner of Song Wars, he’s proving that persistence, growth, and staying true to your message pay off. 💿  A Legacy in the Making For CDTQuan, music isn’t just something he stumbled into it’s been in his blood. Inspired early on by his father, who also made music, JeQuan felt an instinctive pull toward the craft. “I would say my biggest influence is my father because he used to make music,” he says. What started as inherited talent has grown into a voice for the unheard, delivering lyrics for those who feel overlooked. 🎙️  Genre? Try Every Flow While CDTQuan aligns himself with hip hop and rap, boxing his sound in wouldn’t be fair. With a range of flows and delivery styles, he doesn’t beli...

🔦  Artist Spotlight: Zvy (Isaiah) Richmond, VA | Artist Outlook Feature Stepping into the underground scene with emotion, edge, and unstoppable versatility is Richmond’s own Zvy, pronounced “Zay.” Born Isaiah, this rising artist blends sonic emotion with raw talent, making it clear he’s not here to fit a mold—he’s here to break them all. 🎧  What Sparked the Music? Zvy’s passion for music wasn’t a phase—it was always there. “Music I’ve always loved for my entire life,” he says, citing a wide range of influences from Kanye West, Juice WRLD, Chief Keef, Teezo Touchdown to bands like Weezer, Green Day, and Linkin Park. Add to that the constant evolution of today’s underground scene, and Zvy’s inspiration becomes not just deep, but diverse. 🌀  Genre-Defying Sound When asked what genre his music falls under, Zvy keeps it real: “I don’t know—I’ve done R&B, drill, rock… I swear I can do it all. I’ll never place myself in one genre.” This genre-blending confidence is exactl...