Over the past eight years, 22-year-old artist/producer/rapper Chase Williams has made a name for himself through the intricate yet simple orchestration of his music. Coming from the small town of Bristol, Tennessee, Williams was forced to adapt by creating his own musical backdrops rather than relying on others to do so for him. Learning an advanced and independent skillset has allowed the young artist to fully construct and bring his musical visions to life. His imperfect but rounded voice has developed interesting sounds for layering and creating melodic structure and captivating hooks. One of William’s main pillars is constantly pulling elements from his environment and metamorphosing them into sonic passages for listeners to easily step into. This is vividly seen in songs like “Hotel Knock” which has a city-centered rush of energy that planted the seed for the entirety of downtempo. Being granted a broader scope for personal and musical inspiration in Nashville, Tennessee, Williams has led to an advance in world-building of his own. Chase’s self-produced debut album, downtempo, is seen as a hidden bag of unconventional yet melodic gems where the listener can escape into a new world. Exploring themes such as maturation, complicated relationships, and the struggle of starting over in a new city, the beats and chords guide you down a path of self-reflection and nostalgia. Williams is set to consistently release new music throughout 2024 and years to come.