Unveiling his latest solo project, Seattle-born and Los Angeles-based musician, Tanner Houghton, under his moniker Oh Bummer, presents his compelling new track, “Listen Up”.
This deeply personal song dives into Houghton’s experiences and memories of his late father, offering a poignant exploration of loss, love, and personal growth.
Tragically losing his father to brain cancer at the tender age of five, Houghton recounts vivid memories of his father’s resilience, such as struggling to rise from his wheelchair despite his loss of mobility.
For Houghton, these recollections illustrate the transformative power of love and its ability to heal the deepest of wounds.
“Listen Up” serves as a symbolic conversation between Houghton and his younger self, a self caught in the turbulence between love and anger. The song is an honest admission of his childhood yearnings for love and an important reminder that we can only truly experience love when we open ourselves up to it.
Houghton brings an authentic and distinctive sound to the table, creating a unique amalgamation of his “manic ADHD thoughts,” as he puts it.
His candid lyrics and carefree vocals blend seamlessly with the trip-hop inspired beats, courtesy of experienced producer, The KickDrums. This fusion results in music that resonates with the rhythm of an overthinker’s diary.
Defining his musical creations as “songs for people who are trying their best, made by someone who’s trying his best“, Houghton, as Oh Bummer, continues to touch listeners’ hearts with his relatable narratives.
Soak in the profound emotions of his latest offering, “Listen Up,” and watch the music video below.
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