In 2004 I set forth on a mission that would change my life and the world forever. Myself, Matt, Ryan and Travis signed our lives away and became the official band/business Gym Class Heroes. Within the next year Ryan left and Eric joined as a touring member, completing the band that is known worldwide as Gym Class Heroes (Tyler, Tim, De Jesus and the real OG crew, Steve, Seth, Whit, and Patrick you know we couldn’t have done it all without you). The craziest part about that whole truth, for me, is just a few months prior to receiving that offer I was personally experiencing the deepest and darkest depression of my entire life.

During that dark time period the driving force in my life was writing and recording my EP (The Midnight Society) and working on a plan to get my music out into the world and to connect with as many people as possible! I watched SO many episodes of Behind The Music haha... many years before we filmed our own GCH episode.  I looked at those music artists I admired as my peers, so to speak... I could deeply feel that the world of music was where I belonged. I guess, the universe decided that I was right, because that's exactly where I ended up!  And to top it off, "Cupid's Chokehold" was literally the first song we wrote together as a band. ( PS: Shout out to Sie One for digging out that great album on that epic 1st day. And thank you to Roger Hodgson for being such a stand up guy. You know why... )

Then, for many years going forward I dedicated my life to touring, writing, recording and connecting with everyone who believed in our vision.  I always looked at GCH as a vehicle for unity, especially in our country. Then as the years progressed I saw our music bring so many people together from all walks of life. Our concerts, meet and greets, even road trips that our fans took to meet and connect with one another in real life.  I could see the immense impact our music was having on the planet in ways I couldn't possibly fit into a social media post. That all said, I honestly never fathomed that there would literally be people walking around with my lyrics or handwriting tattooed on them forever, not to mention loving my family so completely.

And yes, just like anything in life that is worth fighting for, there were definitely major challenges with GCH along the way. But all in all the journey was blessed and truly humbling... which is a good thing, despite what some may think. I am personally blessed to have supportive people in my day to day life; of course Bluejay, my siblings and parents, and also my real friends growing up... And I've made a lot of newer friends along the way. So many musicians have to choose between their day to day lives and the music business, but fortunately I was, again, blessed with a close support system that has never made me choose between my Dreams.

However, in February of 2019, my path with GCH was brought to an unexpected moral and financial impasse, not of my or my family's choice. So now it is safe to say that the future of GCH performing and writing new music together is uncertain to say the least. But it still brings me great joy to see that our music continues to affect people on a daily basis... How in this world is our music still managing to go viral after all this time?? Maybe it was that Original new friend request?! 😉

Meanwhile, throughout the last several years I've released and collaborated on many musical projects... Everything from emo to hip hop. I love it all. My biggest issue with sharing more music with the world and other creative endeavors is, to put it bluntly, I am just not a business person. Meaning, my life does not revolve around money or the power trips that come with it... Which, in the music industry, can be a very tough lesson to learn. If I knew then what I know now, it would be a whole different game... Luckily I've had people who support me and have taught me a lot about the business side of it over the last decade. And, yes, I have met a few really good people as well in the industry, but unfortunately some of them were casualties too. However, now we live in a new world and we don't "need" the industry.

So, on to the main point of this post. Starting in 2022 I'm gonna be sharing something new with all of you and I want to welcome you and tell you that I appreciate the love and light in all ways. And I promise you, this next journey is going to be... Electric. ⚡

Join the ride! WATCH part 1 of my summer tour diary. 

Starting off 2019 with some Sweet Child O' Mine.

I really can't believe this...

...but it has actually been 4 years since I completed this, up until now, unreleased album. These songs will always occupy a special place in my heart because this is the first *full-length* record I've ever written and released myself.

The Midnight Society ep, "9 Years Later", that I put out in 2004 was originally meant to be a 10-song album, but when I hit the road with the rest of Gym Class Heroes full-time that same year, I knew I had to finish up the 7 songs that were ready RIGHT THEN or I might never release that music at all. The craziest/most humbling part about those recordings is that I still encounter people who tell me or write to me that those 7 songs got them through some of their toughest times. I can't put into words what this means to me. To say the least, I feel blessed to be a part of people's life journeys in such a personal and powerful way, and just for the record, writing those songs got me through some of my hardest times too...

Now, as I'm getting ready to head out again for a new chapter of adventures on *that road*... it is only fitting that I bring along my newest batch of songs to take part in the journey. It's funny... I've held onto these songs for years (and grown closer to them each day) but yet somehow, they are still relevant to my life, and many of the themes seem even *more* relevant to the planet now than when the songs were written...

From beginning to end, Break The Box is an album that tells it's own story. Love, loss and everything in between... life. Lyrically, some of these songs are personal, some are fictional, some are straight forward, some are observations/commentaries about life and the world... and some are all of the above... I don't know that I'll ever specifically address what is what. If you feel a connection to any of these songs, I just feel truly grateful for the shared experience. The 1 specific thing I WILL say for now, about the lyrics, is that over the years I have seen Brandy Bluejay Mcclarnon's loving heart and dedication to friendship be taken advantage of over and over again... by people who, to be honest, really should've been thankful for what they had... I know that sometimes in life it is not one's place to get in the middle of other people's situations... but then again, *sometimes* in life that's what writing songs is for... so I wrote *Track 4, "Burning Bridges"*. So to be clear this song is about other people... not us.

That being said, as far as hearing the music for yourself, those of you who feel moved to buy my album or are curious to listen to some of the songs, can do either of those here:

"Break The Box" by 1983 - https://1983music.bandcamp.com/album/break-the-box

You can also pick up a hard copy of my CD for slightly cheaper, $10, from the merch area at a Gym Class Heroes concert starting on August 10, 2018 at our Philadelphia show!

I genuinely appreciate your support and I hope that this music brings some love, inspiration or just happiness to anyone who believes that rock and roll is still alive. Anyone who grew up playing/going to shows with me at the Ithaca teen center, The Haunt, the youth bureau, The Rongo in Trumansburg, Planet 505 in Syracuse, J.A.M. at Cornell or even the IHS activities building (haha) definitely knows what I'm talking about!

And I am sending a special thank you to everyone who has supported 1983 and The Midnight Society for these past few years... buying music, watching the videos on YouTube, signing up for the mailing list, or even just writing me encouraging messages. I do notice and appreciate those gestures.

Thank you! Disashi

PS - I will be doing most of my tour updates on my Disashi Soul Facebook page and on Instagram/YouTube. So make sure to LIKE and FOLLOW!

1983′s new song is nothing to get all broken up about! Watch the lyric video for “Breaking Slow” on YouTube.

My 40 second cover of "Death Of A Bachelor" - This is my JAM right now !

I’ve been getting a lot of requests throughout the past several years from people who want to get their hands on a copy of The Midnight Society "9 Years Later" EP that I released in 2004 and sold at Gym Class Heroes concerts. Although I’m not currently shipping out hard copies, I did just upload a digital copy of "9 Years Later" with all 7 of the original songs and it is now available for download at https://1983music.bandcamp.com/ . This is the first time I’ve ever put up the EP as a digital download, and as of right now I honestly don't know how long I will keep it up there so if you’re looking for a copy right now is the perfect time to make sure you get one! I literally mixed a good chunk of this during the first couple months that GCH officially hit the road, after shows and in the van, so listening to this definitely take me back!

Also, while you’re there be sure to download a free copy of my EP “Nowhere Land” featuring covers of Weezer, Nirvana, The Beatles and Simon & Garfunkel. Thank you to everyone who already has!

That’s all for now. Stay blessed.

Disashi

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New Music from MySoul - “Falling In The Dark”

Full version - MySoulMusic.bandcamp.com

Here's a FREE download of my new EP "NOWHERE LAND"- with covers of Weezer, Nirvana, The Beatles and Simon & Garfunkel - https://1983music.bandcamp.com/album/nowhere-land

Hi everyone, here is a brand new music video for my cover of the song "Scarborough Fair".

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c1sitOuyTio

My alternative/rock music will now be released as 1983, including my full-length album "Break The Box". Feel free to stop by and like my page.

I want all of you who have enjoyed my video for "3 In The Morning" and downloaded "Chilly" to know that I will continue to release my hip/hop creations as NEW SCHOOL.

After watching my new video, you can download "Scarborough Fair" from my FREE 4-song cover EP ("Nowhere Land") -https://1983music.bandcamp.com/album/nowhere-land

I chose 4 artists that have had a significant impact on my life musically, artistically and socially:

Weezer Simon and Garfunkel Nirvana The Beatles

I had a lot of fun creating these covers and I hope you have as much fun listening to them.

As always, plenty more to come.

peace and unity, Disashi

Happy 4th of July

Here is the brand New Lyric Video for "Oh Lord” by MySoul !

Also, the song is available for purchase on BandCamp:

https://mysoulmusic.bandcamp.com/track/oh-lord

You’re welcome, this is why I make music

Carefree shenanigans on a beautiful day ☀️

Thanks @disashisoul 🙏🏾