After a notable absence from the music scene, renowned artist Skrillex, also known as Sonny Moore, has recently opened up about the reasons behind his break from music. The DJ/producer, who enjoyed a thriving career following his departure from the post-hardcore band From First To Last in 2007, chose not to release any new music last year. However, fans were thrilled when he resurfaced this month with two fresh singles, ‘Rumble’ and ‘Way Back,’ and teased the exciting prospect of a double album expected later this year.
On his 35th birthday, which he celebrated on January 15, the American artist candidly shared the challenges he faced in the previous year, referring to it as “the toughest year of my life.” He admitted to experiencing a lack of drive and purpose for the first time, which prompted the need for a break. In his heartfelt message to his followers, Skrillex revealed the root of his struggles—a deep emotional wound caused by the passing of his mother several years prior. He admitted that he never truly coped with her loss, resorting to self-destructive coping mechanisms like drinking to numb the pain.
Addressing the questions from fans about his prolonged absence, Skrillex clarified that his hiatus wasn’t solely due to focusing on his upcoming albums. Rather, it was a period of intense self-discovery and personal growth. The turning point came at the age of 22 when he realized the need to put everything on hold, including his projects and career, to work on himself.
The journey to finding inner peace was a demanding one, requiring significant effort and sacrifices. Skrillex expressed that he had come to understand the value of not worrying about certain things, as it allowed him to feel more liberated. Celebrating his 35th birthday, he shared a message of newfound wisdom, recognizing that some concerns are not worth his energy and attention.
In light of the overwhelming support from his fans over the years, Skrillex expressed his gratitude. He vowed to continue his journey of self-improvement and pledged not to find himself in a situation where he’d have to cancel shows or withdraw from the public eye again.
Since his return was announced, Skrillex delighted fans by playing three last-minute London shows alongside Four Tet and Fred Again..—both artists he had previously collaborated with on ‘Rumble.’ The track, a joint effort with Fred Again.. and Flowdan, is expected to be part of Skrillex’s forthcoming double album.
In addition to the excitement surrounding ‘Rumble,’ Skrillex, Four Tet, and Fred Again.. gave fans a taste of more upcoming tracks during their recent performances, some featuring artists like Missy Elliott and Beam.
As Skrillex continues to work on himself and his music, fans can look forward to the artistic fruits of his personal journey and the realization of his teased double album in the near future. The artist’s resilience and commitment to personal growth are undoubtedly appreciated by his dedicated following.
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