Ryan Daley readies “Winter” with new song

Richmond rapper and VCU student Ryan Daley released his first single “Stuff Happens” on Sept. 1 from his new album “Winter,” slated for release in December.

The song, which he describes as “autobiographical,” touches on personal experiences that helped shape the sound and content of the forthcoming album.

“This summer has been tough for me,” Daley said. “I went out to LA and got robbed. I lost my MacBook, all of my clothes. I’ve just been dealing with a lot in my life right now and because of it, that phrase (Stuff Happens) means a lot to me.”

Much like the song, the album is centered around Daley’s personal encounters with school, his parent’s divorce, and relationship issues with friends and girlfriend.

“Do you know what it feels like to always be in pain?/ Shedding tears for so many years emotionally drained,” Daley raps. “I’m better of floating on and holding onto nothing/ Sometimes I wish my life just had an on and off button.”

Since the start of the year, Daley said he’s been in full recording mode and promises the album will be out before year’s end. The album, which has been crafted in Daley’s home studio, contains 12 songs. Among the confirmed features is Richmond-based artist, MNIW.

“Sonically, it sounds better. I’ve reached out to several engineers. Content-wise, it’s autobiographical,” Daley said. “In past projects, I would share other people’s stories but with this one, it’s me 100 percent. This is my best work.”

In addition to the album’s release, Daley said he plans to tour the country and realize creative ideas he’s been working on with his team, UNIT 4 Creative Agency. Curated events and pop-up shops will all be a part of the album’s rollout.

“Stuff Happens” is available for purchase at Apple Music, Spotify, SoundCloud and on his personal website, ryanxdaley.com

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Muktaru Jalloh
Muktaru is a graduate student working on a Master’s of Teaching after earning an undergraduate degree in English and Political Science. In addition to writing for the CT, he also co-founds his own music and arts site, STROKES N RHYMES. Topic areas Muktaru enjoys covering include music, sports and pop culture.
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