Cris Gunther releases two new singles

Los Angeles-based artist, Cris Gunther, who’s also known by the stage name C-GUN, first launched his solo artist career with the release of his debut ten-track album, Fall Into The Open in 2007. Returning with more studio music in 2015 with the single, “Terror Inc.”, he’s since dropped a string of well-received releases including multiple remixes and his sophomore record, Anchor And Wings.

Recently he’s been making an impact around the world in being crowned Co-Winner of the inaugural Randy Jackson, Babyface, Kenny G and Walter Afanasieff talent competition, ISINA- as well as winning the Hollywood Music In Media Award for Best Message Song/Social Impact for 2018’s track “Never Give Up”. That hit single was also featured in Madonna’s social justice initiative, ‘Art-For-Freedom’, and Gunther’s forthcoming “204” was a part of Jared Leto’s digital Carrera Eyewear #Maverick campaign.

Now, ahead of his highly anticipated new album project, C-GUN’s Beatific: The Wedding of Heaven and Hell Vol. 1, he’s starting 2023 with a resounding bang by releasing two simultaneous and contrasting singles titled, “Desert Bloom” and “I Want More”. Showcasing his sonic versatility and talent at crafting genre-eclectic songs that still maintain his distinct audio signature – “Desert Bloom” sees Mr. Gunther share an emphatic ballad-style rock track, while “I Want More” offers a euro-pop dance outing.

Originally the creation of “Desert Bloom” came out of writing sessions from the ISINA competition, where Cris was linked up with one of Walter Afanasieff’s in-house composers, Brandon Sammons, whose previous credits include the likes of Lady Gaga and Adam Lambert. Following the tragic loss of Cris’ brother to cancer on “Desert Bloom”, he channels his feelings of loss and grief into a pop-focused rock anthem that oozes with the artist’s heartbreak and his finding of strength and recovery, delivered by his impassioned and powerful vocal work.

Offering an entirely different vibe with “I Want More”, Mr. Gunther spins an upbeat danceable hit full of bright, instantly catchy melodic vocal leads with a colourful synth arrangement adding spice to the mix. Written from a place of frustration with his personal life and wider societal grievances on “I Want More” – Cris Gunther captures sentiments of self-worth, ambition, and starting over wrapped up in a brazenly-rich sonic landscape brought to life with the help of his frequent Brazilian production partner, Luã Linhares.

Releasing the two staggeringly different yet equally impressive singles on the same day – “Desert Bloom” and “I Want More” bravely showcase Cris Gunther’s explosive command of the new year as he continues to operate at the very top of his game.

Listen to Desert Bloom and I Want More below