The Indie-Folk album officially launched,
Longmont, CO (November 3, 2023) - Esteemed Alternative-Folk artist Antonio Lopez released his new album “Here We Are” on Friday, November 3. This record offers listeners an outlet for emotional introspection through powerful messages related to mental health and human rights by a voice from the BIPOC community. Through the lens of his indigenous Chicano roots, Lopez speaks many truths with gentle precision. “Here We Are” is the long-awaited successor to his award-winning album Roots and Wings.
“Here We Are” is an alluring collection of songs about the intimate connection between our hopes, dreams, and fears. The album is lyric-forward folk, with marimba swells and swooning Spanish guitar flourishes on top of a rock-solid rhythm section. Paired with Lopez’s emotive vocals, these vibrant instrumentals create a salt-of-the-earth soundscape for listeners to explore.
Just beyond our fears is where our dreams reside. They exist outside our comfort zone. I named this album “Here We Are” to remind myself that the best way to get there is by being present in the here and now.”
- Antonio Lopez, Indie-Folk Artist
The album’s title, “Here We Are,” conveys a meaningful message. Lopez adeptly explores our human tendency to dwell in our thoughts, revisiting the past and envisioning the future. The album’s namesake serves as a gentle nudge to recognize that life unfolds in the present.
Here We Are Album Cover Art by Lauren Wright
Part of finding yourself is finding your people. Each of my bandmates brings something unique to the table. At our best, we transcend individual performance, building team confidence.”
- Antonio Lopez, Indie-Folk Artist
“Here We Are” is a collaborative effort that showcases the creative contributions of Lopez’s bandmates: Chad E. Mathis, Jonathan Sadler, and Christopher Scott Wright. Together, this group of musicians have crafted an album that creates an outlet for self-discovery, engagement with the present, emotional expression, and more.
About Antonio Lopez:
Antonio Lopez is a quiet man with something to say. His music is like an onion, each layer revealing more. His adept guitar work and composition skills are never used in a showy way but rather like the spices in a home-cooked meal. The result is a feast of emotions that delight the listener.
“Here We Are,” the new album by Antonio Lopez, explores the intimate connection between our hopes, dreams, and fears. “Here We Are” is an alluring collection of songs written by an artist wrestling with his ego as he chases success and slow dances with failure. Through the lens of his indigenous Chicano roots, Lopez speaks many truths with gentle precision. Rather than tell the listener what to feel or think, Lopez invites you to see yourself reflected in the lyrical stories created by his music. “Here We Are” officially released on November 3rd, and is now available for streaming on all major platforms and purchase on CD and vinyl through www.antoniolopezmusic.com.
“Here We Are,” the new album by Antonio Lopez, explores the intimate connection between our hopes, dreams, and fears. “Here We Are” is an alluring collection of songs written by an artist wrestling with his ego as he chases success and slow dances with failure. Through the lens of his indigenous Chicano roots, Lopez speaks many truths with gentle precision. Rather than tell the listener what to feel or think, Lopez invites you to see yourself reflected in the lyrical stories created by his music. “Here We Are” officially released on November 3rd, and is now available for streaming on all major platforms and purchase on CD and vinyl through www.antoniolopezmusic.com.
The album release show will also be hosted at Swallow Hill Music in Denver, CO on November 3rd (8 pm MST). Get your tickets here!