Silky Vibe Goes In Depth About His New “Moody” EP & His Creative Process
Intro:
Silky Vibe returns to our platform for today’s interview article after dropping his new EP “Moody” this month. The Fort Lauderdale-based singer has been passionate about music for all his life. While growing up in the city of Miami, he was exposed to many genres of music that helped influence his unique brand of alternative R&B music today. This new EP truly highlights Silky Vibe’s impeccable storytellling & relatable vulnerability. Before reading our brief conversation, make sure you check out this new EP below.
Me: What was the creative process like while making this new record? How'd you get inspired?
Silky: The creative process for this EP was an outlet for me to express myself. I have always written poetry with ties to my lived experiences so some of these songs have been years in the making. Over the last year in particular, I started learning the guitar and that unlocked a whole new avenue for expression. Most of these songs started with me playing my guitar or trying out some new ideas on the keys and finally giving a life to the words I had written before. The main inspiration for this project was tied to some less than pleasant romantic experiences that I have thankfully had enough time and space from to reflect on. Being able to put those relationships to bed through song felt amazing and really led to a lot of creative ideas.
Additionally, how would you describe your music to someone who’s never heard it before? Has it evolved over time?
I would describe my music as an ambient soundscape that paints a picture and tells a story. All of my songs capture a moment in time and the feelings to go along with it so I like to let the production breathe and have enough space to allow the listener to settle in. I think my step has evolved over time because I'm still in the process of learning the guitar and keyboard one day at a time which is a gift in the sense that as soon as I learn a new technique, I immediately start trying to use it to adapt my sound. It's been a fun process getting a little bit better or just trying something a little bit new with each record.
Nice! And from there, what does the title “Moody” mean to you, and why did you choose it?
"Moody" means a lot to me as a title because when I reflect on some of the relationships I've had in the past, that is really how they made me feel. Just moody. Sometimes you think you're in love and then that person that you care about so much can do something that crushes your heart and casts doubt on your self worth. The title represents that hot and cold, in and out, up and down feeling that a bad relationship can give and I felt like each track played into various parts of that overall theme so it felt natural.
As for how I picked the name, there were a couple options. Ultimately, the title track ended up being the third song I recorded for the EP and as soon as I laid down the guitar solo and started singing the hook, I knew that had to be the name of the project.
For this new EP, what was the most challenging part of the creation process?
Honestly, the most challenging part is just uploading the tracks. Making the music in my bedroom studio is so therapeutic from writing to producing and performing the songs, but there is always some doubt right before uploading the songs to streaming services. There is some doubt as to whether the music is any good or if anyone will relate or want to hear it. That moment always makes me think twice but ultimately if one person resonates with the music and it can help them out or pass on some good vibes, then it was all worth it.
And what does your life look like for you outside of music? Any hobbies or interests that fans may not expect?
Outside of music, I have a loving wife (hey Chels!!), I have a day job that pays the bills, and I try to not take each day for granted. I love playing guitar and writing songs, but I try to pursue other hobbies as well. In particular, I have run 6 marathons at this point and really enjoy the grind of training for a long distance race and seeing how far I can physically go. I'm also a huge car guy and love working on my vintage cars. I may or may not have some music in the works about that!
Was there a specific moment when you realized music was your calling? Or was it more of a natural progression?
It was really a natural progression. When I was a kid, my mom had me join my church choir and I feel like that was the first time I was exposed to playing in a group with a band and everything. It was terrifying auditioning and I actually chickened out of singing because I didn't want anyone to hear me, but eventually I found the groove of it all. It felt like music was always around growing up and I would go to concerts and festivals all the time as I got older just taking in as much music as I could. Later, I started producing in FL Studio and that brought a new joy to the craft as I started to experiment with new sounds. So it's been a progressive journey and I hope I'm making my past self, who was scared to audition, proud.
That’s awesome! And with that being said are there any other upcoming releases or plans that you're comfortable sharing with the readers?
I'm always working on new music so I actually have some songs in the works that really push my guitar playing to some new limits. I don't have a release date but I'll be dropping more songs in early 2026 for sure.
And finally, in your own words, why should a new listener check out this new EP today?
You should check out "Moody" today because it's a different take on the R&B sound of today. The tracks are somewhat stripped back and raw and there is a story being told throughout the project that I think people can relate to if they have ever had some heartbreak or yearning. And if you like musicianship and authenticity, ever single track on the EP is produced, performed, and written by me which I feel is something you don't see so much in the R&B space today.
