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Interview with Renee Phoenix

Sofa King Cool caught up with Renee Phoenix and we discussed what it was like starting her record label Freak Machine Records during the pandemic, being her own boss, freedom to make music her way, her new track EZPZ, upcoming music from Fit For Rivals, what is was like playing shows again and what is next for her 

 

“EZPZ” Official Music Video can be seen here:

https://youtu.be/ILT-3ikJw7w

“EZPZ” buy/stream link:

https://solo.to/reneephoenix

Renee Phoenix released the official music video for her debut single “EZPZ” today! The single was written by Renee Phoenix, produced by Jordan Nicholas MattacchioneSam Ocheltree and Renee Phoenix.

The video features:

The Band:
– Renee Phoenix on vocals
– Shae Padilla on guitar
– Gerardo Prudhomme on drums

Conference Call Cameos:
– Ariel Bloomer – Icon For Hire (Rock Band)
– Blake Pedrero – musician at Daya
– Claudio Rodriguez – TV host at Telehit (South American Music Network)
– Heidi Shepherd – Butcher Babies (Metal Band)
– Jeffery King – Superdeluxe/Tatered (YouTube), Superstore (TV Series), Internet Personality, Bizaardvark (Disney TV Series)
– Jimmy Sax – Music artist
– Kay Enagonio – Music artist
– Alex Charak – YouTube creator, actor
– Shira Lazar – Daily radio host at We Are Channel Q, founder of What’s Trending
– Val Sepulveda / Kerfor – Internationally recognized drummer
– Koala Puffs – Internet Personality, YouTube creator
– Lizze Gordon – Cohost of The Sip with Ryland Adams

“EZPZ dives into that primitive, initial reaction we bury within ourselves, that moment before you come to your senses… or don’t. EZPZ is an ode to the visceral anger I used to hold toward those who let me down. ‘Karma’s waiting around, so I’ll do it myself just like everything else.’ This song has helped me let go of my resentment, and I feel that it will resonate with others the same way” says Renee.

Powerhouse front woman Renee Phoenix, notably of Fit For Rivals, is a force to be reckoned with. Renee is an award-winning artist who has toured every major US city, from Canada to Qatar with artists such as I PrevailFlyleafHalestorm, and more. Phoenix has played major festivals such as Riot FestWelcome To RockvilleWarped Tour, along with a full circuit of radio promoted shows across the nation.

With over 200 million+ listeners, Phoenix has built an underground empire of support from fans and industry professionals.

Renee is a pivotal representation of the LGBTQ+ community within the hard rock and business world. As CEO of Freak Machine Records, Phoenix aspires to help cultivate artists’ careers both on and off stage, advocating for mental health and those who are underrepresented within the industry.

Renee is currently writing her next EP with a TBD release in 2021.

Upcoming shows:

Nashville, TN – June 18th – Renee Phoenix with The Other LA, Sideline Heroes, and Lydia’s Castle
Charlotte, NC – June 26th – Killakoi, Renee Phoenix, and Living in My Shadow
Huntsville, AL – July 2nd – Renee Phoenix / The Other LA
Biloxi, MS- July 3rd – ANXIETY FEST MISSISSIPPI
Clarksville, TN – July 16th – Da BeardedRat’s Anniversary Bash With Renee Phoenix

Renee Phoenix - EZPZ Cover Art
Renee Phoenix - White Logo

About Freak Machine Records:

Freak Machine Records is less of a label and more of a brand for the growing community that embraces what we stand for. Freak Machine Records continues to push the envelope in delivering innovative new music.