Hailing from Dallas, artist NXCK has arrived as a leading voice in the revival of punk pop, bringing a fresh dose of retro influences to the modern music scene. With roots in the rebellious spirit of punk rock legends like Green Day and blink-182, NXCK’s mission is to resurrect a sound that had lain dormant for years and the resulting musical output has been sensational.
When he made the bold decision to drop out of college and pursue his passion for music, NXCK linked up with high school friend Carson Aday and the visionary team at Jupiter Records and NXCK’s original sonic vision began to take shape. Inspired by the anthemic rock hits of the 90s, NXCK’s recent releases pay homage to the golden era of punk pop while adding his own modern twist.
Following the success of his debut single “Like It’s My Last” in October 2022, last year saw him follow up with singles two and three. Now, linking up with Ariel Ditta on bass and drummer Graham Abernathy, he brings us his first release of 2024 with the new single titled “Be Mine” with Ariel, Carson and the Jupiter Records team involved in the writing and production process.
Celebrating the release of the single with a show at Andy’s in Denton, Texas, NXCK achieved a dream of performing at once of his most cherished hometown venues. Continuing his foray into a raucous pop rock sphere, with “Be Mine,” NXCK delivers an infectious alternative anthem brimming with layers of crunching guitars, thumping drums and ear-worm vocal hooks.
Penned about TikTok star TaraYummy, on his new single the artist eschews his previous penchant for writing about falling for someone unknown by flipping the scenario and recounting a tale of him fawning over someone famous from his perspective as an onlooker. Kicked off with the strike of a drum beat, the gritty tones of electric guitar slide in as tumbling bass notes fill out the arrangement to tee up NXCK’s commanding vocals.
Laying down picture painting lyrics about chasing his romantic muse over a supercharged rock arrangement cut with intricate lead licks that dance around the fuzzy tones of the chords and pounding drums, NXCK’s belted vocal performance thrills with expressive delivery throughout. Lifted by crowd style backing vocals and rising to an epic finale of shouted lyrics, “Be Mine” sees NXCK continue to share memorable pop rock music that’s at once nostalgic and thoroughly fresh.
Listen to Be Mine below
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