Welcome back to BuzzMusic, Tyler Allred; having you here is always a treat! We had to ask, could you take us through the creative process for “It Might Be Fun?"
I wrote this song a few years ago, roughly 2018-19, when my first E.P., Everything is Fine, was released. Writing it happened organically, and I didn’t think too hard about any of it, as is the case with most of the music I end up recording. I generally feel if it’s forced, it’s not authentic and worth keeping, with some exceptions. The recording process was super fun and different for this song as I was fortunate enough to do so at Sunset Sound in Hollywood, which has so much history, Elliott Smith (my all-time favorite), Neil Young, The Doors, etc.
Who would your dream collaboration be, and why?
I’d have to say, Conor Oberst. His influences pushed me toward going solo acoustic at 14, and he’s just one of my all-time favorite songwriters. Gucci Mane would be fun, too, though.
What’s been your favorite part of your music journey thus far?
I’d have to say all the friends I’ve made along the way and anytime I’ve been told one of my songs helped someone, even in a tiny way. I’m just glad to do it by doing it at all; it’s been the most consistent thing in my life over the years.
What does music mean to you, and what goals do you want to achieve through your music?
Most of the time, I have no idea what the music means, and if I do, the meaning can change daily; I like that. There’s rarely a clear, concise goal, and I think that’s fun. A lot of the time, writing songs makes me feel a deep hatred of myself and my music. I’ll proceed to question why I still even bother, but then I’ll finish a new one I fuck with and be like, “Oh yeah, that feeling. That’s why.”
What’s next for Tyler Allred? Can we expect to hear more new music soon, and is there anything you want to say to your fans?
This single is the first release from my forthcoming E.P., “33 Days and a Wake Up”. To fans, I’d like to express gratitude for letting me borrow your time and ears, and I hope you’re having a fun time with life.