Swank Sinatra
Denver, CO | Established. Jan 01, 2017 | SELF
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Swank Sinatra (Denver, CO)
As hip-hop begins to shift towards its emo phase, which is something I thought I’d never say, there’s a demand for an artist with deep thought into their flows. Denver’s Swank Sinatra puts that mental work in on his track, “Marathon”, which features some honest bars, and is complemented by a soulful R&B hook. Swank discovered his knack for expression while deployed in the military, picking up spoken word while in Kuwait, and transitioning into music once returning to the United States. You can hear that flow on display on “Marathon”: - Breaking and Entering Entertainment
Denver rapper Swank Sinatra’s latest video “Static” includes trippy visuals, bold colors and fun edits. The song is about making moves while everyone else around you is remaining static. This song is perfect for sitting around with your friends and passing a blunt or two while enjoying to entertaining visuals combined with the catchy beats. - 303 Magazine
Swank Sinatra's single: "Static" feat. STEEZ was chosen for HeavyHitter's DJ Pick of the Week and was played live on air on Sirius XM's Shade 45. -
Swank Sinatra is an upcoming hip-hop artist out of Denver, CO that started releasing music in 2017. Swank released two projects, “OLD WORLD, NEW LIFE” and “SWANK TAPES,” as well as performed multiple live shows in the short time he has started working on music. He has already released three more single this year titled, "Westbrook (Triple Double)", "Real Nigga Chronicles", and "Static.” His newest project, ‘Swank Tapes Vol. Two’ was just released and is available on all digital streaming platforms along with all of his other music.
Was there something (an experience) or someone in your life that was the "catalyst" for you to start writing music?
When my daughter was born, it made me wonder how I could be around her more as she grew up and how I can make an impact on my generation and the new generation coming up. I felt like there was no other way to do that than through music.
Let's get this out of the way. What is the CRAZIEST thing that has ever happened to you in your music career?
The craziest thing that has ever happened to me in my music career is DJ Kool Herc liking my first ever single preview on Instagram.
What has been the high point of your music path?
The high point, so far, in my music path has been getting a chance to perform in a music festival with a 40-minute set just within the first few months after starting in this path for the Underground Music Festival in Denver, CO.
So, how do you approach songwriting or what is your creative process like?
My process starts with selecting a beat. Then I look for a concept for a hook. Once that's done, I start writing the hook. Then I write the verse making sure that it relates to the hook. I choose my titles at the end after I have already finished with the whole song.
What do you see as the biggest challenge facing Indie Artists today? Or, if you could ask the music industry to change one thing, what would it be?
The biggest challenge facing independent artists today is the process of growing your fan base.
If you could share the stage with one other artist or band, who would it be and why?
If I could share the stage with one other artist, it would be Kendrick Lamar because of the authenticity he brings to the music industry and because he's one of the few rappers that I know are one of the greatest.
Take a break to enjoy Swank's music video for his song "Real Nigga Chronicles" - BWH Music Group
Swank Sinatra’s latest music video is full of eye-catching visuals, bright and flashy colors and beautiful Denver scenery. “On” focuses on showing up haters and repping the place you came from, which is what Swank does throughout the video showcasing stylish threads and the beautiful street art throughout Denver neighborhoods. Find more of his music here. - 303 Magazine
Swank Sinatra has a hip-hop flow combined with R&B style vocals that create a unique sound. The Colorado local has been creating music for only about a year but has performed throughout the Denver area at the Hi-Dive, Cervantes’ and the Walnut Room. If you like soft and slow flows combined with unconventional beats then Swank Sinatra will satisfy your taste. Listen to his recent releases here. - 303 Magazine
Today we’d like to introduce you to Swank Sinatra.
Born in Baltimore, Maryland, Swank Sinatra grew up loving everything about music—the culture, the fashion, the creativity, and most importantly the talents that are all behind the art. Swank Sinatra is an artist out of Denver, Colorado with a style like no other. From his beat selection to the visuals that is created to stimulate every sense, Swank Sinatra is an open book when it comes to his craft.
Established in 2017, Swank Sinatra took a leap of faith of venturing into entrepreneurship putting his own face as his own company. Swank Sinatra’s first live performance was only barely three months into his new career performing a 40-minute set for Denver’s local event The Underground Music Showcase. Swank Sinatra’s tracks have been published both locally and also in other states such as being broadcasted nationally on live radio in March of 2018 for his single “Static.” Swank has opened up for Dave East and on September 29th, for Quando Rondo. Swank Sinatra’s latest album I’m Gonna Sin Again was released on June 28, 2019, which includes 10 tracks of pure eclectic creativity.
Has it been a smooth road?
The road for my career has been smooth with occasional struggles. I had to make attainable goals for myself & celebrate when I accomplish them. In order to stay sane & not be distracted by outside influences & falling into the trap of setting unrealistic goals for my career.
We’d love to hear more about your work.
Swank Sinatra Music LLC specializes in producing the highest quality of live concerts, music videos, the output of tasteful music as well as outstanding customer interaction. Live performances & music videos like no other places my artistry in a class of its own. Being able to put together a live concert with local acts as openers in Denver, CO was a great accomplishment for my brand & career.
Contact Info:
Website: https://www.swanksinatramusic.com/
Email: swanksinatramusic@gmail.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/swanksinatramusic/
Facebook: https://m.facebook.com/swanksinatramusic/
Twitter: https://mobile.twitter.com/1swank_sinatra
Other: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCns3x4h9vthaKvwqAE88MHg - Voyage Denver Magazine
Discography
3RD EYE - 2018
Swank Tapes Vol.Two - 2018
Swank Tapes Vol.One - 2017
OLD WORLD, NEW LIFE - 2017
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Swank Sinatra was born in the East Coast but his career in the military brought him to Colorado where he decided to settle down since 2013. Swank Sinatra grew up loving and appreciating music and its history. Swank Sinatra used his career in the military as a platform and have previously been into Spoken Word where he tapped into this hidden talent while deployed to Kuwait in 2015. Not long after he got back to the United States, he decided it was time to move on and explore other things outside of the military.
Swank Sinatra started his musical journey in April 2017 which brought him to CCM Recording Studio in Denver, CO where he recorded his first project: "OLD WORLD, NEW LIFE" CCM Studio is where he also met his live DJ: DJ Greensleeves who is also his first recording engineer.
Following his first project, he came out with 2 more projects of which he called “Swank Tapes” Volume 1 & 2. Over the course of his music career, he has grown in many ways such as his flows, getting more in touch with his vocal abilities, and beat selection has also been very intricate and eclectic.
His first album “3RD EYE” will be releasing on October 31, 2018. With 14 tracks, 3RD EYE is surely going to take its listeners in a roller-coaster ride of different, but very creative flows. This album is about the uncool story, testing boundaries, story-telling raps, abstract and conceptual flows, balanced in a way where he gives you both the conscious feeling but also still giving you the visuals through his flows. Most of the tracks on 3RD EYE was recorded at AML Recording Studio in Colorado Springs.
Swank Sinatra’s latest single “1:45 Freestyle” has been selected to be a part of 242 playlists in Spotify alone and has reached 80,000+ streams since releasing it in July 2018, just a day before he performed for the second year in a row, for The Underground Music Showcase in Denver, CO.
Swank Sinatra has performed in numerous platforms in Colorado and venues such as The Walnut Room, Cervantes’ Other Side, Hi-Dive and Blue Ice Lounge. You can naturally feel his energy and his love for the music while watching him perform live. He has been performing for one of the biggest music festivals in Colorado: The Underground Music in 2017 and 2018 drawing, on average, 50-100 people in a venue. Swank Sinatra has the confidence, the energy, the appreciation for the art of music that many artists of modern rap lack.
Swank Sinatra has been featured on numerous publications such as 303 Magazine, Breaking and Entering Entertainment, Heavy Hitters DJ Pick of the Week on Hot 97, Indie-Spoonful by BWH Music Group and as a Master Class speaker for Detroit Institute of Music Education (DIME) in Denver, CO.
In the visual department, Swank Sinatra is always creating something that makes his audience want to watch and also influence everyone else’s creative minds. Aside from his love of music, he also loves and appreciates the arts. He believes art and creativity are what drives him to become better than he was, and the art of music is what he strives to achieve on each of his tracks.
Aside from the music, Swank Sinatra is a big fan and believer in fashion and always looking your best. As we know, Swank is not the first rapper or hip-hop artist who is also in tune with the fashion world. In his opinion, fashion and hip-hop go hand and hand.
Swank Sinatra is very determined to become the next big thing to stick around for years and years to come. One of his goals is to leave his mark in the history of music just like those who came before him and who are doing it now. We never have to worry about Swank Sinatra’s flows because he just gets better with time. With the work ethic of someone who’s very eager to learn, to experience, and very hungry for success, Swank Sinatra is someone we all should aspire to be like.
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