In the world of experimental hip-hop, where genre boundaries are continually pushed, FARGXNE stands as a formidable force. A true self-made artist, FARGXNE’s journey began with nothing more than an HP laptop, Audacity, and an unrelenting drive to create. Blending elements of industrial, trap, and experimental hip-hop, their sound is a dynamic fusion of chaos and clarity — powerful, intense, and unapologetically raw. Drawing inspiration from pioneers like Young Thug, Yeat, and Travis Scott, FARGXNE is committed not only to crafting music but to building a community of artists who are free to be themselves. In this exclusive interview, we explore FARGXNE’s creative process, the evolution of their sound, and their vision for the future of Kuwait’s music scene.
FARGXNE, your journey began with just an HP laptop and Audacity. Can you take us back to that moment and explain what inspired you to start creating music in such a raw, unpolished way?
It all came from just being present with a creative approach and wanting to stay out of the box. The raw energy of industrial sounds, along with the rhythm and bounce of trap, and the boundary-pushing nature of experimental hip-hop.
What does “chaos and clarity” mean in your music?
It is about creating a world with each track — something that captures both the chaos but with clarity. It’s all about controlling your environment mentally to maintain a cohesive vision throughout the creative process.
How have artists like Young Thug, Yeat, and Travis Scott influenced your work?
They inspire me!
What draws you to underground music, and how do you see yourself shaping it?
Underground music can be intense and can influence your emotional state to be calmer at the same time as the transitions can give a movie like effect whether it’s the beat it self or your vocals adding some sauce.
What does it mean to you to build a generation of artists?
It would mean everything to be able to inspire a generation of artists.
How has growing up in Kuwait influenced your music?
Growing up in Kuwait has pushed me to progress more as an artist from the GCC and allowed me to adapt to different styles and cultures in hip hop, especially with new styles emerging into the scene like Midro, a blend of African and khaliji music.
Why is it important for you to be “unapologetically yourself” in your music?
It’s crucial to be yourself as your most likely going to influence the younger audience that are heavily influenced by the way you move as an upcoming artist, let’s promote being solid and positive with the way we operate as a business overall.
What changes do you see in Kuwait’s music scene that give you hope?
Interesting new sounds from different groups of artists and producers starting to regain some momentum and confidence in their movements, since we started by leading an example for the upcoming musicians in Kuwait by creating a movement called Bare minimum we can already see the result of bringing together new and more experienced artists can have a positive effect and influence by pushing the newer artists to get better and improve as a performer overall.
What advice would you give to someone starting from scratch in music?
Stay cool, don’t rush the process. Give it time!
How do you approach the creative process — lyrics, sound, or both?
I take notes through my day, concepts or ideas to keep me ready to create music or visuals any day! It’s important to be consistent in your motion.
How do you know when a track is finished?
I just feel like it’s ready, then I move forward with faith and do my best with marketing to insure the vision comes to life.
What does the community you want to build look like?
A collection of strong minded hard working influential individuals that know how to work as a team to achieve something greater than themselves.
How do you balance chaos with clarity in your sound?
By controlling my tone, shaping my voice and having a deeper connection with myself. You can’t be afraid of what isn’t familiar.
Your message for CP magazine
Imbalance could strengthen and sharpen your balance so stay focused on what matters, don’t wait for perfect anything. Trust yourself and just go for it, you’ll always learn more on the way!
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