Multi-Award Winning, Toronto-based Singer-Songwriter Chase Stevens Shares New Single, “A Head Start”
River Coyote Music is excited to announce the release of “A Head Start” by multi-award winning, Toronto area singer-songwriter, Chase Stevens.
Produced by acclaimed Canadian Producer Rob Wells, “A Head Start” is a mix of New Country and Singer-Songwriter with an inspirational message that we all need to remind ourselves of, especially in these complicated times.
Review
Chase Steven’s latest single, “A Head Start” opens with a reflective verse that questions the timing of divine intervention but emphasizes our ability to initiate positive change immediately. With lyrics like, “Let’s try a little kindness, spread a little peace and love, leave hatred behind us, let the goodness rise above,” the chorus is a rallying cry for kindness and love, urging listeners to elevate goodness above negativity.
The melody complements the song’s message, blending traditional country elements with a modern singer-songwriter vibe. Stevens’ vocal delivery is sincere and emotive, enhancing the song’s impact.
Overall, “A Head Start” is not just a song; it’s an anthem for anyone yearning for a better world.
First off care to introduce yourself to our readers?
Tell us a bit about your recent release.
I had wanted to write a song about the need for peace in the world for quite a long time but never found the right way to approach it. It had to be something different from other songs that I have heard in the past. I was seeing quite a few posts on social media about the conflict in the Middle East, with some people stating that “God was in control” and all would be fixed by him. Whether that is true or not, we can’t sit back and wait for possible divine intervention, we as individuals and collectively have to make this world a better place. That is how, “A Head Start” was born.
How do you typically go about the songwriting process? Do you have a specific method or creative routine that you follow?
My routine or approach to writing is pretty much the same for each song, but the main difference is that sometimes I have a clear idea of what I want to write about, such as with “A Head Start” while other times I let the song find me. I pick up my guitar and start noodling around with a chord progression or little riff, and that leads to the beginning of forming a melody. In most cases, I have the music and structure of the song pretty much formed before the lyrics are complete. Lyrics are usually a much longer and more arduous process for me. That was one of the things I loved about writing “A Head Start”, it was a pretty quick write. The song really kind of wrote itself.
Looking ahead, what are your plans for supporting this new release? Are there any upcoming tours, music videos, or additional content that fans can look forward to in connection with this project?
I am doing some songwriter rounds and showcases over the summer before heading down to Atlanta and Nashville in August for the ISSA (International Singer-Songwriter Association) award show where “A Head Start” is up for an award, and to record a couple of new songs as well as set up a few co-write sessions.
Looking back on your musical career, is there a particular moment or accomplishment that you consider a turning point or a highlight?
I would say my first trip to Nashville was a real turning point. I tell people that it was very inspirational and humbling. Seeing how high the bar for songwriting is there, it made me realize that I had to dig deeper to write better songs. But it was also inspiring to see that many people who had written #1 songs have very similar approaches and methods that I did. It was interesting to learn how many songs that became huge hits had actually been written years earlier but just hadn’t found the right “home” yet.
Last but not least, it’s time to pay it forward, what upcoming band or artist would you recommend your fans check out?
I have been hosting songwriter nights for the past 6 years and have repeatedly talked about the level of songwriting and musicianship that we have in Canada. I have always said that there will be quite a few people from the Southern Ontario group of performers who will have breakout careers. And it has been great to see people like Elyse Saunders, Josh Ross, and Alli Walker making it big. There are others who will follow that path, such as Paige Rutledge, Jessica Sevier, and Tyler Lorette just to mention a few. I could list so many others too, whose work I absolutely love.