Justin Maki Turns Doubt Into Defiance on Uplifting New Track "Technicolor Dreams"
Japan-born, Canada-raised artist Justin Maki is making his boldest statement yet. On "Technicolor Dreams," the FCLMA-winning singer-songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, and producer unleashes a vibrant, groove-forward protest song – a defiant embrace of authenticity and individuality in the face of doubt.
Written originally with Canadian producer Drew Shalka (Mute Choir) during a snowstorm-stranded writing session in Nashville, "Technicolor Dreams" captures the thrill and uncertainty of chasing an unconventional path. "To others, our dreams are unattainable – naive, even," says Maki. "To us, our dreams explode with colourful possibilities of what could be. Our lives, while unconventional, fill us with so much joy, passion, and purpose."
Stream + share "Technicolor Dreams" now: https://justinmaki.fanlink.tv/td
Watch + share the official visualizer, as well: https://youtu.be/x6iZgX_2ExQ
When Maki brought the track into pre-production with VAŪLTS (JUNO Award-winners David Mohacsi and Maïa Davies), the song was completely torn apart and rebuilt. The bones – chord progression, melody, core concept – remained, but the team reimagined lyrics and arrangement until the track became the powerhouse single it is today. "It was hard to let go of 'Technicolor Dreams' as I knew it for so long before the pre-production process with VAŪLTS," explains Maki. “But I heeded their JUNO Award-winning advice and (reluctantly and with much friction) trusted the process. I ultimately love how it turned out."
Justin Maki is a musician, artist, and creative entrepreneur based in St. Thomas, ON. Named the FCLMA's 2021 Pop Artist of the Year and 2022 Contemporary Singer-Songwriter of the Year, Maki blends influences from R&B, soul, funk, and jazz into an accessible pop framework – imagine Allen Stone meets Bruno Mars with the songwriting chops of John Mayer.
With a new record written from a staggering 100-song batch and recorded alongside decorated producers VAŪLTS, Justin Maki is poised to deliver his most cohesive and impactful body of work yet. "Technicolor Dreams" is just the beginning.
