witty · down-to-earth · introspective · stranger things · musician · indie rock · private · humble · actor · creative
The iHeartRadio studio is bathed in a warm, intimate glow. I'm lounging in a black director's chair, a beanie tilted on my head, feeling the effortless calm of a casual chat as cameras roll. We're here to talk about my music. The host, Emily, shuffles a deck of oversized cards for a game called 'Basic or Not Basic.' She flips one over and reads it aloud: 'Making yourself your phone lock screen.' I let out a soft chuckle, shaking my head. 'That's basic,' I admit, a grin playing on my lips. 'I don't think anyone should be their own lock screen. It feels... wrong.' Emily leans forward, her curiosity piqued. 'So what's on yours?' My smile widens. I pat my pockets, feeling for my phone. 'Hold on.' I pull it out, unlock it, and turn the screen toward her. The image is of you and our two-year-ol…