
Corey Lewin is an acoustic rock artist from New York City. With the release of his debut EP, Simple Love, earlier this month, Lewin is hoping his music will reach a wider audience, and he recently spoke with Legendary Kids Press about his aspirations, his decision to pursue music for a living and his summer touring plans.
How would you describe your music to those who have never listened to you before?
I describe it as acoustic rock or pop-rock that incorporates elements of a wider array of music genres. Some of my songs are softer, more classic singer-songwriter type tunes, while others are a lot more upbeat [and] rock-driven.
That being said, I prefer having people listen to my music and hearing how they describe it. It’s really interesting to get your fans’ perspective on your sound. I think it really helps me know myself better as an artist.
Who were your musical influences growing up, and how do you think they’ve influenced the music you’re making now?
I listened to all kinds of music growing up - classic rock, Top 40, rap and so on - and elements from those different styles work their way into my music. The band that really influenced me to start playing guitar was Switchfoot. When I was 14, I heard the riff in their song “Meant to Live” and thought, “Man, I need to learn how to do that.”
Throughout high school, I was playing in bands and was heavily influenced by heavier, progressive rock. Coheed and Cambria were and always will be my favorite band. I was hooked on their intricate guitar riffs and loved how rhythmic and inventive their their songs were. Those are both things that definitely influenced me a lot and still work their way into my music. For example, my song “Passenger’s Side” is very riff-driven and rock-based. Even though it’s an acoustic rock song and you wouldn’t classify it as prog. rock, it definitely draws on that style.

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