Today, we’d like to introduce you to Marcus Hidalgo.
Marcus, we appreciate you taking the time to share your story with us today. Where does your story begin?
I started making music when I was in college with my friends almost five years ago.
In the midst of everyone around me wanting to blow up as a music artist, I started my solo project almost as a satire/joke and aimed to make the most obnoxious and wild sounds to contrast the crisp and clean pop sound I was surrounded by.
Years later, it ended up catching on, and a small fan base began to emerge thanks to the internet. I soon moved to Nashville to pursue this ironic dream full-time.
We all face challenges, but would you describe it as a relatively smooth road?
Most of my struggles were based on insecurity and doubt. I didn’t think anyone would want to listen to this kind of music as it was a lot more eccentric to those around me.
Most of the time, it felt like I was chasing a dream down the opposite side of the road, and everyone was traveling on the same road to get to the same destination.
Can you tell our readers more about what you do and what you think sets you apart from others?
I specialize in music production and songwriting. I love making meaningful and everlasting art rather than short-form work. Pieces that I would show my grandkids one day and hope to be proud of because we took our time and poured out our hearts.
I am mainly known for my artist project “Toast,” which I started a couple of years back, and I continue to release music today. I am most proud of my recent album, “Pony,” where I explored the struggles of growing up through many styles and genres.
What sets me apart from others is my drive and passion to break the rules of standard songwriting and music production. My favorite pieces of art make me ask questions such as “What am I looking at?” or “What kind of sound is that and how in the world did they achieve it?”
And I truly believe breaking some rules and coloring outside the lines is my way of achieving those goals. I don’t ever want my music to sound like your favorite clean, crisp pop record but rather like the insane, wild noises I hear in my head.
What would you say has been one of the most important lessons you’ve learned?
The most important lesson I’ve learned is that once you stop caring about what others think, your art will blossom more.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://toastmusic.co/
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/toast_/
- Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCr74Shb4ZnNQM-w8tkOFljQ
- Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/3Nz5FVEfruc2XuwrGdeHeC?si=Dt1RUebUQ0O8EEfvL_NQqA
Image Credits
Chase Denton, Frank Paris, Anthony Modica, and Sarah Woods
