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[fugandhi]

Hi! Here’s the very first official music video released by FUGANDHI!

The video is for the song “98″ and it’s strictly a D.I.Y. video (DUDE I literally did everything for this ALL BY MYSELF). Yeah - it took long enough to organize it all, but I had to make the music, then afterwards I had to make the video (amidst trying to record and more importantly, having all my time taken up by working for a living).

Since I created FUGANDHI and CHEAP FIX RECORDS! - I figured it would make sense that I be the one to lead the way. I have been creating all of the music, and I have been working diligently to ensure this band performs LIVE very soon and the full length album, “MASS HYSTERIA!” gets the proper release it deserves (once it’s FINISHED!)!

So, I originally didn’t want to put my face out there because I’d prefer if people just listen to the music, but I do understand that it’s good to see the person who has been pouring the creative energies into this colorful world. Aside from writing, producing, and recording the music - I also did all of the practical effects, cinematography, editing, directing, and overall production management for the music video all by myself. I’m going to be recruiting more people as time continues (due to the fact that I’m going to need the help soon anyway) - So keep checking back for any new stuff and new faces! =)

The video is an extremely simple concept, and with the one-point perspective throughout the entire video - it is a very straight-forward and direct visual statement (DUH! of my big ol’ noggin). This was the first time I had done any edits on anything that was not a computer, so there are a lot of firsts for this one. I’m not a camera-whore so it was actually very different just having the camera on me and only me - yes, I totally flubbed a line in the song hahaha, but fuck it, you gotta keep going and no I didn’t feel like cutting it out cuz whatever. I didn’t wear any make-up, didn’t straighten my teeth (lol), didn’t get a tan, didn’t get primped a pampered like a little BITCH.

I know a lot of “perfectionists” and I will admit I am one, too - so I have been trying to cut back on being such a meticulous and detail-obsessed musician/director/editor/performer. I do aim for perfection, but I’m totally happy with catching Excellence (as long as I put my heart into it).

While on the subject of perfection - I took a lot of liberties with this video (as well as the recording of these songs). I have experience on-camera from when I was like a teenager and I was helping some friends out with their independent movies, but that was me just having a great time with old friends and having a learning experience doing creative work (which I enjoy having in my life).

It’s been years since I’ve done any creative work (outside of home), mainly because I’ve had to focus on working for a living (I don’t have a trust fund or anything like that). I’ve always kept my love and genuine passion for all things creative and expressive through my conversations, daydreams, and efforts to lead me to here. I have been too busy working these odd jobs rather than dedicating my energy where it should truly be applied - My Creativity.

The video gave me the freedom to perform without having my guitar, which was interesting, but I gotta say I prefer playing my guitar every time. Maybe for the next video you’ll see the full band and finally get to see us with our gear. Who knows - MAYBE we can expect to see some SHOW DATES on here some time soon - WHO KNOWS?! We’ll see! = )

SO YEAHHHH!!! Today is the first official music video release from CHEAP FIX RECORDS & FUGANDHI! GOD BLESS AMERICA! 

Keep checking back for any new releases/news/updates/random PICTURES of ME being a GOOFBALL with my FUGANDHI crew! HERE WE GO GO GOOOOOOO!!!!!!!

Take it easy, everybody! Have a great day (every day)!

-ATOMIK 1

[fugandhi]

This is our Album Teaser for “MASS HYSTERIA!” COMING OUT SOON!

Song featured in the teaser is “Knuckle Puck” (without vocals).

[fugandhi]

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Hi! 

This is our 3rd song-release, entitled “Water” from the upcoming album, “MASS HYSTERIA!”

Yes, we are a DIY Punk band, but that does not mean our music is restricted or holds any artistic limitations. The main purpose of this project is to be creative, expressive, and to put some good music in the world (especially music I want to hear that I honestly don’t really hear around me anymore).

This song may not appear to be a punk song, but trust me it’s from a punk rock band (albeit a much more subtle and refined flair in this song, keeping a chill, relaxed, and dreamy vibe throughout). 

As one can tell, I had used certain effects to create a more atmospheric and elemental appeal to the music (hence, the use of instruments to emulate water and sounds similar to that of water; also while using genuine audio of water/rain/drops, etc). I deliberately took the rhythmic motif in this song and applied it to the bridge of “98″ when I started recording that song (I enjoy the notion of connection between songs throughout an album, or any piece of music that carries a certain melody or signature so-to-speak; kinda like sister songs even though they sound nothing alike - there’s still a connection through that one particular element/melody/rhythm).

This song was one of the very first sound tests I was doing with my computer and I basically wanted to check out if the software was worth a damn.  It worked out well, so well that I decided to keep this demonstration (as well as a lot more) and expand upon it into an album.

I do everything in FUGANDHI - It’s my solo project, and I created everything in it (using my guitar/a few other household musician’s items/instruments, our family computer, our bedroom converted into a DIY studio, with no knowledge or technical training in regards to sound engineering/mixing/mastering/etc). 

I have been a musician for a long time (playing a variety of instruments), and I have been creative all of my life, and despite my lack of technical expertise (I’m not an engineer or anyone of status in the music community) - I am still very, very, very, very, very, very, very, very passionate about music.

I’m not some rich dude, although I’m not a pauper either. I decided after years and years of working for a living (still to this very day; the struggle is real hahaha), that the time had finally arrived for me to present my music & art to the world (or simply my immediate world I guess) with the help & support of my loved ones.

My name is ATOMIK 1 - but everybody calls me Adam. 

Enjoy the song and take care, Dudes & Dudettes! 

"Water”

“As the water flows upstream, clouds rain down rivers into my dreams...

...The wind came tumbling under the leaves ..And we, the lovers, can now be Free...

...As the water flows upstream, clouds rain down rivers into my dreams...”

[fugandhi]

ATOMIK 1

[fugandhi]

FUGANDHI: A New Way

Hi! How’s it goin?

A long time ago, I stated in an article “FUGANDHI: An Elaboration” the basic mission of FUGANDHI and Cheap Fix Records (in a nutshell)...

..Well - after much deliberate thought and further meditation on the future of FUGANDHI & Cheap Fix Records - we are no longer an organization/artistic collective/whatever-the-hell-ya-wanna-call-it.

As of 5/1/2019 - Cheap Fix Records officially stands as a Record Company (dot Com, not dot ORG)!!!

It took a very long time for me to make this decision, as I truly had to think about the future for not only myself, but my loved ones (and any unborn children I may have in the future - God-willing).

I had initially tried to develop a path away from forming a corporation, however, due to my own intelligence and willingness for a better way in my life (and my family’s) - it just made more sense to actually profit off of my ideas & creativity & determined efforts.

...So what does that mean with what I had said before? About setting aside a percentage of our earnings to ensure good charity for organizations/groups in need. Well, I’ve decided to maintain my social responsibility towards my fellow person by setting aside a certain percentage of our profits (after the Kickstarter campaign due to their rules; a percentage from our record sales shall be set aside) to ensure I do indeed offer charity/donations where needed (again - after the Kickstarter campaign to fully comply with their rules). I think that being able to truly profit and make some serious money would allow for a more legitimate and practically-driven result in making sure that there is enough money for my household before I can start reaching out and donating energy & money for organizations & groups who need support & care.  I’m not messin’ around - I mean serious business.

So, with that being said, we have a KICKSTARTER which went live TODAY!

Since I’ve been working on “MASS HYSTERIA!” since about 2014 - with working for a living and making the album when I have the time available - it’s been much more of an uphill battle with malfunctioning instruments & gear, and an unwanted overall slow pace of production.

As the Owner & Founder of Cheap Fix Records & FUGANDHI - I have had to apply much careful thought into this labor of love and where I want this project to go.

As of now - the album is being produced on essentially a shoe-string budget. With YOUR HELP and any pledges for our Kickstarter - we should definitely be able to release the album this year! 

As of now - September of 2019 is the planned time for release for the album!

There are Rewards for people who pledge - check it all out at Kickstarter.com/profile/fugandhi - or simply search for “FUGANDHI” on Kickstarter and SHOW YOUR SUPPORT! 

The Kickstarter goal is mainly to finish the album as soon as possible and to start-up CHEAP FIX RECORDS with all of the necessary background operations (if I finish sooner than September - I’ll release it ASAP). Any money put towards our Kickstarter will automatically be put into the completion of the album, the development of the record company, and the overall start-up of the band - which means we will be able to sell you Merchandise on top of having our debut album for sale (before the year’s over)!

Be a part of the journey by contributing today! The money you contribute will be put to important use - and considering I’ve already applied a significant effort on my own without any financial backing - Just imagine what can be done with proper financial support.

PLEDGE TODAY AT KICKSTARTER! 

YOUR CONTRIBUTION CAN MAKE A HUGE DIFFERENCE!

Thank you for your time & Stay Awesome!

-ATOMIK 1

[fugandhi]

“Keep it Friendly”

by FUGANDHI

lyrics:

“If you go outside, you know you won’t regret it. I will, in good time, just gotta work to get there. When you change your mind, you know where you can find me. I’ll be on Cloud 9 lookin’ at the brighter side of life. And, in due time, we’ll have to keep it friendly.

DO YOU REMEMBER??? THE EVER-CHANGING WEATHER OF WHERE WE USED TO BE? WHEN NO ONE CARED ABOUT YOU & ME!!!

DO YOU REMEMBER? DO YOU REMEMBER HOW WEIRD LIFE USED TO BE????????

I know times get tough, we gotta keep on goin’. Life gets crazy when we let the show control us. If we scream & shout, it may not do a damn thing. I’m not gonna frown - My Faith will always remain. When they topple down - I’m still gonna keep things friendly.

DO YOU REMEMBER??? THE DAYS OF GAMES & TREASURES - AND HOW WE WERE SO YOUNG & FREE!!! WHEN IT WAS ONLY YOU & ME!!!!! 

DO YOU REMEMBER??? CAN YOU REMEMBER THE WAY LIFE USED TO BE????

...DO YOU REMEMBER??? DO YOU REMEMBER??? HOW IT ALL USED TO BE!!! BEFORE IT WAS YOU & ME!!!!!

DO YOU REMEMBER?????? DO YOU REMEMBER???????? HOW EVERYTHING USED TO BE!!! BEFORE IT WAS YOU & ME!!!!!”

[fugandhi]

“Sweeeeeeeet”

by FUGANDHI

lyrics:

“So, you know just how I’ve been, and then you go..  

...and do it all again.

You want it, but you can’t have it. I know you want it, but you can’t have it.

...And then, the story goes: I “lost it”, but we both - We Know. You played your hand well - or so we thought - but then YOU THINK AGAIN.

You want it, but you can’t have it. I know you want it, but you can’t have it. 

You want her, but you can’t have her. I know you want her, but you can’t have her. 

You want it, but you can’t have it. I know you want it, but you can’t have it. 

You want me, but you can’t have me. I know you want me, but you couldn’t handle me.”

[fugandhi]

“1″

by FUGANDHI

lyrics:

“I heard about last night. You got into that fight. You called me up - I had to listen...

‘Why don’t they ever care?! Why do I even bother??!!’

I had to tell you, ‘Maybe it’s not your problem to always solve.’

I’ll be the one to walk you home. When you’re afraid of the dark - I’ll make it glow.

I saw you in the day; didn’t know what to say. So, we thought of all our dreams..

Feels like I’m kissing fire - These thoughts, they make my lips burn. In the end, I guess it doesn’t matter how this goes.

I’ll be the one to walk you home. When you’re afraid of the dark - I’ll make it glow. I’ll be the one - So, don’t lose hope. I’ll be strong if you’re weak: You’re not alone.”