Thunder Jackson is the stage name of Kyle Bradley, a musician from Piedmont, Oklahoma who has made a name for himself in the indie pop/rock scene. Oklahoma native singer-songwriter Thunder Jackson has released a new single and video, “Spoonfed Desire,” via VERO Music. The emotionally candid psychedelic slow jam follows the success of his recent release, “Steady Freddy,” and is accompanied by a moody and tightly edited evocative video.
Little bit of hip-shaking history
Thunder Jackson’s dad was an Elvis impersonator, and because of that, he had a network of connections. So he was able to obtain a special license so that his son could perform in bars at the age of 14. When he was 19 years old, he did what many aspiring artists do, and he moved to LA. He spent over a year performing his music out on the streets and realized he was losing himself a bit. So, he returned to Oklahoma to rediscover his purpose and musical authenticity. Thunder then released his self-titled debut album in 2020. Now he splits his time between Oklahoma and LA.
Thunder Jackson’s Spoonfed Desire
“Spoonfed Desire” showcases Jackson at his most contemplative, delivering a performance filled with raw passion and confidence over a piano-led groove, punctuated by layers of psychedelic production, electronic flourishes, and a melodic bassline that amplify the power of Jackson’s lyrics. The track was produced by Thunder Jackson and Taylor Johnson and mixed by Grammy and ARIA award winner Eric J Dubowsky (Flume, Weezer, St. Vincent).
“’Spoonfed Desire’ is about self-reflection and realization, about the change of the inner self,” shares Thunder Jackson. “It’s about the beauty you find when the lights aren’t there to guide you anymore. The beauty you find in embracing the stranger you now see.”
My thoughts on the new track
Not gonna lie friends, I dig it. This is a great track. I think a lot of new music is overproduced and super electric, like dance music for clubs. Not this one. This song is chill, it’s just a man on a journey. I like the sound and I like the story. We need more music that speaks to the struggle of our human experience.
I felt the light go out / It didn’t make a sound / One day I will wake up / To find that I am proud
