Kevin Abstract

Once in a Lifetime

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Best known as a founding member of rap group <a href="spotify:artist:1Bl6wpkWCQ4KVgnASpvzzA">Brockhampton</a>, Texas rapper and singer/songwriter Kevin Abstract's dreamy, introspective songs blur the lines between hip-hop, pop, R&B, and alternative rock. His lyrics reflect on depression, relationships, drug use, and his position as an outcast in society, having relocated several times during his life and come out of the closet. In addition to his work with <a href="spotify:artist:1Bl6wpkWCQ4KVgnASpvzzA">Brockhampton</a>, he has also released solo efforts, including his debut MTV1987 (2014), Billboard-charting Arizona Baby (2019), and numerous subsequent singles like "Slugger" and "Sierra Nights" (both 2021), followed by the rocking "Blanket" and more reflective "What Should I Do?" (both 2023).

Born Clifford Ian Simpson in Corpus Christi, Texas in 1996, he was heavily influenced by <a href="spotify:artist:6olE6TJLqED3rqDCT0FyPh">Nirvana</a>, <a href="spotify:artist:41qil2VaGbD194gaEcmmyx">Will Smith</a> (as both a rapper and actor), and <a href="spotify:artist:5K4W6rqBFWDnAN6FQUkS6x">Kanye West</a>, among others. He began making music as a high school student, started releasing mixtapes in 2009, and formed a collective called AliveSinceForever in 2011. Solo and group EPs followed, and Abstract's debut album, MTV1987, arrived in 2014, around the time of his 18th birthday. Primarily produced by Romil Hemnani and based on Abstract's life experiences, the album received acclaim, appearing on year-end lists from Spin and Pigeons & Planes. AliveSinceForever disbanded and re-formed with a new lineup as <a href="spotify:artist:1Bl6wpkWCQ4KVgnASpvzzA">Brockhampton</a> and began releasing singles in 2015. Their debut mixtape, All-American Trash, appeared in March of 2016, and included songs by Abstract as well as <a href="spotify:artist:7kIbB1pdDyehFj8aNgfzfH">Ameer Vann</a>, <a href="spotify:artist:5y7DIDXoD7eU50vpo9g9D8">Rodney Tenor</a>, <a href="spotify:artist:2gvHN6YzZW0bPpmyjeD6V9">Dom McLennon</a>, and others. 

Abstract toured with <a href="spotify:artist:77SW9BnxLY8rJ0RciFqkHh">the Neighbourhood</a> in England and the United States, and released his second album, American Boyfriend: A Suburban Love Story, near the end of the year. The album included songs written and produced with Michael Uzowuru (<a href="spotify:artist:2h93pZq0e7k5yf4dywlkpM">Frank Ocean</a>, <a href="spotify:artist:68kEuyFKyqrdQQLLsmiatm">Vince Staples</a>), as well as <a href="spotify:artist:4PIunhRuJvEMVDuk3pK2Rm">Om'Mas Keith</a>, Jeff Kleinman, and others. Abstract headlined an American tour in support of the album shortly thereafter.

In 2017, Abstract returned focus to <a href="spotify:artist:1Bl6wpkWCQ4KVgnASpvzzA">Brockhampton</a>. That year, the crew released a trilogy of critically acclaimed efforts -- Saturation, Saturation II, and Saturation III -- with each album charting higher and higher until landing them at number one in 2018 with fourth LP Iridescence. Following <a href="spotify:artist:1Bl6wpkWCQ4KVgnASpvzzA">Brockhampton</a>'s dizzying rise into the mainstream, Abstract shifted focus in 2019 back to his solo work. After the release of single "Big Wheels," he unveiled the first part of his project, Arizona Baby. Part two, Ghetto Baby, arrived a week later. The final version of the album received official release at the end of April, and charted at number 53 on the Billboard 200. The set featured production by <a href="spotify:artist:414TS3VqZf1XPCBixdmX9n">Jack Antonoff</a> and <a href="spotify:artist:1Bl6wpkWCQ4KVgnASpvzzA">Brockhampton</a> groupmate Hemnani. Abstract teased numerous solo songs throughout the first half of 2021. "Slugger," a collaboration with <a href="spotify:artist:5IbEL2xjRtKsunfmsahLuO">$NOT</a> and <a href="spotify:artist:3r1XkJ7vCs8kHBSzGvPLdP">slowthai</a>, as well as "Sierra Nights," featuring <a href="spotify:artist:60NNvDqsif0u40CXMV6jDQ">Ryan Beatty</a>, were out later that year. Abstract made a handful of featured appearances -- such as on <a href="spotify:artist:7uwY65fDg3FVJ8MkJ5QuZK">Easy Life</a>'s "Dear Miss Holiday" -- before resuming in 2023 with "Blanket" and "What Should I Do?" ~ Paul Simpson

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if you showed this song to me in 2019 and told me that this was  kevin abstract featuring lil nas X produced by quadeca, i would never ever in a million years believe you

I remember reading an interview where Lil Nas was gushing over how much he loved Kevin Abstract years ago, I&#39;m glad they finally made something together.

I remember reading an interview where Lil Nas was gushing over how much he loved Kevin Abstract years ago, I'm glad they finally made something together.

I&#39;M COMING OUT WITH THIS ONE 🗣🔥

Did not expect this one wtf. Lil Nas X with Quad on production? Crazy to see these kind of connections

Can&#39;t believe I&#39;m seeing this come full circle. Both of these guys went to high school at Lithia Springs here in GA, me and Kev were seniors when Lil Nas was a freshman. Kev was really quiet but chill and nice, Nas was in the drama club (of course) and was boisterous af lmao. This makes me happy

Can't believe I'm seeing this come full circle. Both of these guys went to high school at Lithia Springs here in GA, me and Kev were seniors when Lil Nas was a freshman. Kev was really quiet but chill and nice, Nas was in the drama club (of course) and was boisterous af lmao. This makes me happy

I love how innocence and nostalgic childhood memories are being expressed in these short video’s especially with these three characters that come up in them.

Kevin the art direction in all of these shorter videos is absolutely superb. So much innocence and childhood nostalgia mixed with tones of growing up through it/losing <br><br>This one was great man. I&#39;m so excited for this album brother ❤

Kevin the art direction in all of these shorter videos is absolutely superb. So much innocence and childhood nostalgia mixed with tones of growing up through it/losing 

This one was great man. I'm so excited for this album brother ❤

Man, so much nostalgia :’)<br>Why does it feel this new Ian record came in the right time?

Man, so much nostalgia :’)
Why does it feel this new Ian record came in the right time?

I love the part when he hits the griddy 🔥

THANK YOU FOR ALL THE BEAUTIFUL MUSIC ❤

Kevin inspires me so much bro. Can’t make this up

When I was 2 years old I had a blanket with buttons and I swallowed all of the buttons and they&#39;re probably still in my stomach and I&#39;m glad Kevin Abstract is finally making an album about that

When I was 2 years old I had a blanket with buttons and I swallowed all of the buttons and they're probably still in my stomach and I'm glad Kevin Abstract is finally making an album about that

Feels like just yesterday that Brock and Hampton were rapping about being gay. Now Brock is solo and rapping about blankets, truly inspiring

It’s like A24 produced an episode of Yo Gabba Gabba.

I interpret this song as not letting go of your inner child &amp; retaining your imagination.

I interpret this song as not letting go of your inner child & retaining your imagination.

The concert tonight was one of the best shows I’ve ever been to. New era is sounding really good.  Also, the red backlight/fog he used+ the energy of the crowd made me feel like I was in the opening club scene of Blade in the best way. Thanks Kevin!

this is a wild turn in Kevin’s style and sound but I can’t wait to see how this unfolds

this my first kevin abstract experience; seems as chilling as it is cathartic... for me it kinda f**king rocks like no other

the theme of like spooky childhood internet shit is so cool. We were like the first generation to grow up with that sort of thing and I think its probably a big reason for the spike in anxiety issues. Very excited for this era

I love love love this, I&#39;ve been craving this and it&#39;s blowing me away

I love love love this, I've been craving this and it's blowing me away

Blanket by Kevin Abstract is out now. Stream Blanket and get Blanket merch here: https://KevinAbstract.lnk.to/BlanketTheAlbum

Blanket

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Stream "Tennessee (feat. Lil Nas X)" here: https://kevinabstract.lnk.to/Tennessee

Starring: Kevin Abstract & Lil Nas X

Director: Cole Bat
DP: Neema Sadeghi
1st AC: Jake Coury 
Gaffer: Evan Croker 
2nd Unit DP: Jake Moore
2nd Unit 1st AC: Joe Brady 
2nd Unit Gaffer: Tony Mikhnevich 
Creative Consult: Ashlan Grey
Production Company: Video Store
Producer: Taira Kanazawa
Co-Producer: Neema Sadeghi
PA: Jivana Basra 
Editor: Pilot Lee
Color: Dylan Hageman
Wardrobe: Jack Bat 
Dirtbikes: Cal Hackman
4 Strikes / RCA 
Extras: Justin Tsunoda, Amor Morales, Erick Rios, Payton Viela, Luke Gezelle, Avery Provin, Dylan Blanco 

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Kevin Abstract - Tennessee (feat. Lil Nas X)

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Directors: Cole and Jack Bat
Production Co.: Ways & Means 
EP: Lana Kim & Jett Steiger 
Head of Production: Lauren Skillen 
Head of Post Production: Grant Keiner
Producer: Barret Hacia 
DP: Arseni Khachaturan
1st AD: Elrey Delarosa
2nd AD: Blake Stowe
1st AC: Brooks Birdsall
2nd AC: Keishla DiGiorg
Production Designer: Victoria Resendez
Propmaster: Matt Dayton
Lead Set Dresser: Travis Guidry
Set Dresser: Ellie Enright
Set Dresser: Matt Bartlett
Art Coordinator: Vivienne Thompson
B Cam Op: Pilot Lee
DIT: Dave Braverman
Gaffer: Colin Scherr
BB Electric: Brad Keffer
Key Grip: Rich Bond
BB Grip: MJ Marcinik
VTR: Michael Bond
Monster Costumes: Michelle Zamora @ Viva La Puppet 
Wardrobe Stylist: Emily Antonetti
Wardrobe Assist: Taylor Keating
HMU: Meredith Johns & Madison Miller
Post Producer: Ade Macalinao 
Editor: Andrew Balasia 
Assistant Editor: Jackson Keeler 
Color: Carlos Flores 
Sound Design: JD Tiner
Graphics (Blanket Logo): Lev Krav
VFX: Stephen Pagano, Forager Collective 
PAs: Atticus Keene, Diagenes Serje, Ava Ponder, Jason Goolsby
Talent:  Brayden McIntyre, Logan Fuller, Micah Mann, Jacob Carr, Connor Kelly, Matthew (Norrie) Swofford 
Craft Service: Enoka De La Cruz
Moho Driver: Jim Kister
Locations: Christina Cooper
Medic: Stacy Johns
Label: RCA 
Special Thanks: 4 Strikes, Taira Kanazawa & Jack Balaban

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Directors: Kevin Abstract & Cole Bat 
Production Co.: Ways & Means 
EP: Lana Kim & Jett Steiger 
Head of Production: Lauren Skillen 
Head of Post Production: Grant Keiner
Producer: Barret Hacia 
DP: Arseni Khachaturan
Creative Consultant: Jack Bat
1st AD: Elrey Delarosa
2nd AD: Blake Stowe
1st AC: Brooks Birdsall
2nd AC: Keishla DiGiorg
Production Designer: Victoria Resendez
Propmaster: Matt Dayton
Lead Set Dresser: Travis Guidry
Set Dresser: Ellie Enright
Set Dresser: Matt Bartlett
Art Coordinator: Vivienne Thompson
B Cam Op: Pilot Lee
DIT: Dave Braverman
Gaffer: Colin Scherr
BB Electric: Brad Keffer
Key Grip: Rich Bond
BB Grip: MJ Marcinik
VTR: Michael Bond
Art Coordinator: Vivienne Thompson
Food Stylist: Hannah Casparian
Picture Car Wrangler: Ronnie Reeves
Monster Costumes: Michelle Zamora @ Viva La Puppet 
Wardrobe Stylist: Emily Antonetti
Wardrobe Assist: Taylor Keating
HMU: Meredith Johns & Madison Miller
Post Producer: Ade Macalinao 
Editor: Andrew Balasia 
Assistant Editor: Jackson Keeler 
Color: Carlos Flores 
Sound Design: JD Tiner
Graphics (Blanket Logo): Lev Krav
VFX: Stephen Pagano, Forager Collective 
PAs: Atticus Keene, Diagenes Serje, Ava Ponder, Jason Goolsby
Talent: Kevin Abstract, Logan Fuller, Micah Mann, Jacob Carr, Connor Kelly, Jack Balaban, Jack Bat, Amari Arnold, Jasmine Boston 
Craft Service: Enoka De La Cruz
Moho Driver: Jim Kister
Locations: Christina Cooper
Medic: Stacy Johns
Label: RCA 
Special Thanks: 4 Strikes, Taira Kanazawa & Jack Balaban

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BLANKET

directed by kevin abstract
shot by cole bat
edited by henock sileshi

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Kevin Abstract - What Should I Do?

Kevin Abstract - Madonna

Kevin Abstract - Running Out

SLEEPOVER

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Director: Cole Bat 
Production Co.: Ways & Means 
EP: Lana Kim & Jett Steiger 
Head of Production: Lauren Skillen 
Head of Post Production: Grant Keiner
Producer: Barret Hacia 
DP: Arseni Khachaturan
Creative Consultant: Jack Bat
1st AD: Elrey Delarosa
2nd AD: Blake Stowe
1st AC: Brooks Birdsall
2nd AC: Keishla DiGiorg
Production Designer: Victoria Resendez
Propmaster: Matt Dayton
Lead Set Dresser: Travis Guidry
Set Dresser: Ellie Enright
Set Dresser: Matt Bartlett
Art Coordinator: Vivienne Thompson
B Cam Op: Pilot Lee
DIT: Dave Braverman
Gaffer: Colin Scherr
BB Electric: Brad Keffer
Key Grip: Rich Bond
BB Grip: MJ Marcinik
VTR: Michael Bond
Monster Costumes: Michelle Zamora @ Viva La Puppet 
Wardrobe Stylist: Emily Antonetti
Wardrobe Assist: Taylor Keating
HMU: Meredith Johns & Madison Miller
Post Producer: Ade Macalinao 
Editor: Andrew Balasia 
Assistant Editor: Jackson Keeler 
Color: Carlos Flores 
Sound Design: JD Tiner
Graphics (Blanket Logo): Lev Krav
VFX: Stephen Pagano, Forager Collective 
PAs: Atticus Keene, Diagenes Serje, Ava Ponder, Jason Goolsby
Talent: Caleb Clemons, Logan Fuller, Micah Mann, Jacob Carr, Connor Kelly, Matthew (Norrie) Swofford, Rebecca (Beck) Preciado, Jack Balaban, Jack Bat
Craft Service: Enoka De La Cruz
Moho Driver: Jim Kister
Locations: Christina Cooper
Medic: Stacy Johns
Label: RCA 
Special Thanks: 4 Strikes, Taira Kanazawa & Jack Balaban

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Kevin Abstract - The Greys

@daundrylay 

executive produced by kevin abstract - ashlan grey - henock sileshi
directed by kevin abstract + cole bat
shot by cole bat
edited by henock sileshi

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Kevin Abstract - When The Rope Post 2 Break

Kevin Abstract - Need You Now (feat. Sky Ferreira) / Empty (Live at Coachella)

Stream "What Should I Do?" here: https://KevinAbstract.lnk.to/WhatShouldIDo

Blanket by Kevin Abstract is out now: https://KevinAbstract.lnk.to/BlanketTheAlbum

Directors: Cole and Jack Bat
Production Co.: Ways & Means 
EP: Lana Kim & Jett Steiger 
Head of Production: Lauren Skillen 
Head of Post Production: Grant Keiner
Producer: Barret Hacia 
DP: Arseni Khachaturan
1st AD: Elrey Delarosa
2nd AD: Blake Stowe
1st AC: Brooks Birdsall
2nd AC: Keishla DiGiorg
Production Designer: Victoria Resendez
Propmaster: Matt Dayton
Lead Set Dresser: Travis Guidry
Set Dresser: Ellie Enright
Set Dresser: Matt Bartlett
Art Coordinator: Vivienne Thompson
B Cam Op: Pilot Lee
DIT: Dave Braverman
Gaffer: Colin Scherr
BB Electric: Brad Keffer
Key Grip: Rich Bond
BB Grip: MJ Marcinik
VTR: Michael Bond
Monster Costumes: Michelle Zamora @ Viva La Puppet 
Wardrobe Stylist: Emily Antonetti
Wardrobe Assist: Taylor Keating
HMU: Meredith Johns & Madison Miller
Post Producer: Ade Macalinao 
Editor: Andrew Balasia 
Assistant Editor: Jackson Keeler 
Color: Carlos Flores 
Sound Design: JD Tiner
Graphics (Blanket Logo): Lev Krav
VFX: Stephen Pagano, Forager Collective 
PAs: Atticus Keene, Diagenes Serje, Ava Ponder, Jason Goolsby
Talent: Brayden McIntyre, Logan Fuller, Micah Mann, Jacob Carr, Connor Kelly
Craft Service: Enoka De La Cruz
Moho Driver: Jim Kister
Locations: Christina Cooper
Medic: Stacy Johns
Label: RCA 
Special Thanks: 4 Strikes, Taira Kanazawa & Jack Balaban

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