How To Live with Ed Prosek

Finding new artists tends to happen by chance. Whenever I seek out something new to listen to, I usually walk away after the 8th song with my head low in dejection at the state of music these days.

I came across Ed Prosek while listening to a random playlist made by someone on Youtube. Among the 25+ songs, Prosek's song "Hold On Tight" stood out and I made a mental note to check out some of his other tunes later. I can say I am pleased I did.

The beauty of Ed Prosek is his ability to capture silver linings even within the most depressing melodies and subjects. When listening to "Hold On Tight", the melody and lyrics illuminate the harshness and wandering nature of existence but with an anthemic feel. You find yourself clinging to the enthusiasm and hope Ed preaches even though "the frost never stops it just settles on our hearts." Take a listen below:

That is the magic that Prosek embodies in his lyrics. Yes, life sucks but we will hold on tight to the beauty and love and grace and mystery inherent in existence. He embraces the hardships as lessons to improve and accepts his failures to make him a better man. This sentiment is demonstrated brilliantly in "A Final Word" (video below):

A long term relationship gone sour usually wallows in self-loathing or vindictive rants about someone's ex. In true Prosek fashion, 'A Final Word' is exactly that: a final word thanking the woman who broke his heart for making him "a better man" and for the "best years he ever had." He is all apologies, accepting his contributions to the failed relationship and appreciates the experience and growth made in the relationship.

Ed Prosek is grossly misplaced within the digital sea, overshadowed by sync-pop, dance beats and other audio garbage that invades your personal space. If anyone should be in your personal space, guiding you through the difficulties and failures, it should be Ed Prosek. You can even introduce him to your parents by checking out his incredible cover of "Homeward Bound" by Simon & Garfunkel.

Check out his website here.