A rising artist from Melbourne named Jenks reminds us that honesty, not the tools used to make music, is what makes it powerful. "Deathtrap," his new song, is a raw, angry, stressed-out, and scared release of anger, stress, and dread. It has a lot of the heavy metal he grew up with in it. This song isn't just a loud noise, it's a call for mental health awareness and a show of support for anyone who is fighting their own demons.
"Deathtrap" seems almost too simple to be true. There was no soundproofing, velvet couches, or booths with air conditioning. The caravan's thin walls were vibrating with raw energy, and the heat was so thick that every vocal take felt like a test of strength. Jenks' voice is full of raw emotion and carries everything he's been through in that small, hot room. The final product is a song that evokes a sense of weight and authenticity, akin to a lifelong and sweaty experience.
It's very human for an artist to pick such a boring place to really get to know themselves. It shows that Jenks believes that real art doesn't have to be perfect or get permission, it just has to have a purpose. "Deathtrap" shows that you can make great music anywhere, as long as the feelings behind it are real.
"Deathtrap" holds significant importance for Jenks, as he continues to establish himself in Melbourne's creative scene. Jenks's "Deathtrap" is a raw artistic expression, revealing the cracks, the heat, and the weight of his personal struggles. This song not only helps people with their problems, but it also brings them together.