Erik David Hidde is bringing the heat with Mohawk Castle’s latest track, “I Killed The Velvet Underground.” Mark your calendars for January 31, 2025, ’cause that’s when this bad boy drops as part of Hidde’s debut album, Die for Love.
So, Hidde’s been kicking around the LA music scene for a while now. You might know him from his old project, Prison Escapee – yeah, the one that churned out a crazy 11 albums, an EP, and a bunch of singles over a decade. But now, with Mohawk Castle, he’s doing something fresh. He’s taking all that Velvet Underground goodness we love and mixing it up with his own special sauce. And while the title’s a nod to those rock legends, the story behind this song? That’s all Hidde.
Here’s the deal: Hidde wrote this tune during a pretty rough patch in his life. It’s all about his relationship with his old man, especially those lunch dates they used to have in New York before Hidde packed up and headed to Cali. The song kicks off with “Well, I’m having a girl,” and man, does that line touch so hard. It’s like, here’s Hidde, finding out his dad’s got cancer, but at the same time, he’s about to become a dad himself. Talk about an emotional rollercoaster, right? That’s what makes this track so damn real and relatable. It’s life, y’know? The good, the bad, all mixed up together. Musically, this song is something else. Hidde really outdid himself, putting the whole thing together right in his living room. He started with the basic instrumental tracks, then layered on these sick trap beats and vocals.
“I Killed The Velvet Underground” isn’t your normal tune. It’s more like a rollercoaster ride through the ups and downs of life and love. Hidde has this knack for weaving his personal stories into his music, and that’s what makes him stand out in the rock world. This track is a slow burner – it grows on you over time. If you’ve ever struggled with life’s messiness, this song will hit you right. With Mohawk Castle, Erik David Hidde isn’t just making music. He’s creating an emotional experience that sticks with you. Turn it up. Let it rip.