In a world where artificial intelligence writes code during the day and soothing music helps us unwind at night, Erik Aronesty’s new single “Enter Weird,” feels like a surprising message from another reality, one that feels strangely familiar yet completely different.
Erik is the founder of Q32, a consultancy that helps new tech companies improve their systems using innovative technology. While he’s skilled at working with logic and technology, his music takes a different approach, leaning towards creativity and emotion. His latest song, “Enter Weird,” invites listeners on a dreamy journey, an exploration of the mind that complements his earlier track, “Didn’t Happen,” which dealt with feelings of pain and forgotten memories. “Enter Weird” feels like navigating through a dream that’s just out of reach. It has a relaxed vibe, with soft vocals layered over simple, easygoing sounds that wash over you like mist on a quiet street. It’s personal and reflective, but not overly so, it’s like someone opening up and sharing their thoughts with you, inviting you to listen if you’re interested. What makes Aronesty’s dual life interesting is how it influences his music. By day, he teaches machines to think, by night, he searches for the essence of human emotions. His sound feels authentic, with a few rough edges. That’s the beauty of it.
“Enter Weird” also has an excellent quality, like the end credits of a film that turns out to be about you. With every repeated note and layered sound, it becomes clear that Aronesty isn’t aiming to create hit songs, he’s crafting small, emotional stories, tiny audio films that resonate on a deeper level.