HEADSPACE, the new digital experience by Keo Nozari

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On his digital experience Headspace, artist Keo Nozari delivers a musical manifesto on relationship with self. Both sonically and lyrically layered, Nozari set an ambitious goal with this indie pop collection: to create a paradise inside himself of radical self-acceptance. 

“Most pop songs talk about our relationships with others. But I wanted to dive into the relationship I have with myself, especially as I’ve struggled to face a world that seems increasingly hostile towards our fellow humans,” Nozari begins. 

“I wanted to create a point of optimism, a point of empowerment with this music for myself and for others in these very dark times. As a gay man and son of an Iranian immigrant, it’s been challenging enough for me to stay in a positive place in the current climate, and I know for many people it’s far, far worse,” he continues. “So, I sort of think of Headspace as a series of sign posts, that can hopefully help point the way to a better place inside us all. A loving oasis inside mind and heart. And sometimes all that might take is a reminder of things we deep down already know. Or maybe something you don’t 100% feel yet, but these songs hopefully will help you get into the headspace of being there.”

A true project of self-expression, Nozari serves as the sole singer, writer, producer and mixer of the album. (He even designed the cover art). As for mastering, he turned to pop mastering powerhouse Randy Merrill (Lady Gaga, Adele, Ariana Grande, Taylor Swift, Robyn) to give the songs their final polish.

Powerful, fun and dynamic, each song stands on its own a mini-oasis. Opening with its strapping electronic title track, “Headspace” is an urgent call to focus on love to shield against the dark burdens of the world. Integrating dark and light, the sexual and the spiritual, drive the sexually charged “Spread” that pulses with hints of George Michael and Prince entering a Trap club.

“Belong” serves as the lush album centerpiece where Nozari details is own journey from overcoming the need for validation from others to being able to find his value within himself. A funk-infused bass and a lively electronic backdrop populate the banger “Lines” as Nozari boldly addresses the current cultural divide. “Wildside” invites listeners to wildly follow where their hearts take them set to a  breezy Tropical House meets 80s-fun summer track. And the album ends on dreamy highlight “Dreams” with Nozari finding the worthiness space inside to fulfill dreams.

“I designed Headspace first as a roadmap for myself, a reminder of how to move out of shame, sadness and loneliness into a place of self-empowerment, deeper truth and joy,” says Nozari. “And it is my deepest hope that it inspires the listeners too to have courage and shine their inner light. Bright! To get into the headspace, follow the love inside and march to their own beat!” 

ABOUT KEO NOZARI: 

Keo Nozari is a Billboard Top 20 recording artist. His debut album Late Nite VIP received both critical acclaim and commercial success, with Billboard Magazine comparing him to “a young George Michael.” From that album, songs ”Rewind" landed on the Billboard Dance Club Play Chart, hitting the Top 20 and peaking at Number 18, “Close Enough” was licensed by Armin Van Buuren to his label Armada Music receiving international acclaim, and “Question of Monogamy” became a Number One video on MTV’s LOGO channel and was also named the network’s “Ultimate Sexiest Video.” Keo is also an established  DJ in New York including in Fire Island Pines where he’s currently in his 13th year residency, and he’s acted in several TV/film roles including on the CBS show “The Good Wife” as Christine Baranski’s client “Mike Taylor.” 

HEADSPACE is released June 11th on KeSide Music.

Links active on release date June 11:

Spotify link:

https://open.spotify.com/album/25zujmP0LfwljrKYNRrpV7

iTunes/ Apple link:

https://itunes.apple.com/album/id1463682750

Artist info:

Artist Website: thekeo.com

Artist Insta: Instagram.com/keonozari

Artist Wiki: wikipedia.org/wiki/Keo_Nozari

Keo Nozari explains his intentions on each track of Headspace:

Headspace:

“It’s a call-to-arms. Getting yourself into the frame of mind to focus on what really matters in life: the love you have. Get in a space where you’re giving & receiving love, to others and to yourself.”

Spread:

“Integrating the dark and light sides of yourself. Talking to the demons, saying hi, putting your arm around them and asking what they’re there to teach you. And by doing that you are putting your shame to sleep. And more specifically in this song, the shame about sex. The cultural spells of religion that shame us with sex. So it’s by taking the shame away, we are allowing the divine & sexual pleasure to integrate / become one. I believe whenever you can uncover and dissipate the cloud of shame, you are helping with your own soul’s unfolding.”

Belong:

“We are so often looking for validation. If we look at social media and all the likes we receive, those are forms of validation. So we’ve sort of become addicted to validation in a way. ‘Belong’ is about learning to find the home inside yourself where you don’t need outside commentary to validate who you are or find your value. You’ve come to a place of full empowerment where you’re validating & valuing your own existence. This song sort of entrains the mind with the feeling & lyrics, so even if you don’t feel these things initially, hopefully it will help get the listener into the headspace of being there.”

Lines:

“Acknowledges all the artificial lines humans have created to separate us from each other. This song excavates the deeper truth: we are all one.”

Wildside:

“Go forth and be you! Follow your bliss! I realized how scary it is for some people to be themselves or follow their heart or dreams. So this is for them! Cheerleads them on.”

Dreams:

“Reaching a point in your life where you feel worthy of something or even if you don’t 100% you’re gonna choose to feel it anyway. And most especially feeling deserving of love, romantic or otherwise. And most especially self-love.”