Critically-acclaimed recording artist and producerBig Wild (a.k.a. Jackson Stell) has released an effervescent new single, “OMGarden,” with an enchanting music video created collaboration with design-driven animator group Deep Sky.
The record sees Big Wild experimenting with vocal manipulation and atmospheric production to recapture a feeling of childlike wonder, ‘the best of times, when your heart is light and mind is utterly free.’ The video’s animation reflects this with a vision of rural nostalgia filled with adventure, joy and glitter. Viewers follow a brown and white bunny as it finds a sense of unbridled freedom and unlimited possibilities in a shining, worry-free plane.
“As fans ourselves, collaborating with Big Wild was an incredibly fun and inspiring experience. They approached us with a uniquely personal idea and concept for the music video, which gave us a creative pathway to explore the characters, the environments, and the magical realism of Mopsy’s forest party,” said the videos’ director, Barret Thomson. “It is always such a gratifying experience to be able to work so closely with other artists to build and expand upon their vision.”
The single and music video tease the sound of Big Wild’s forthcoming sophomore album, The Efferusphere, due out September 9. The full-length project ’embodies openness, honesty, balance and color. An empathetic new world that encourages the listener to sit with themselves and explore; a safe space to dive into their inner depths.’ The artist recently announced a new 21-date tour with North American support from Biig Piig, set to kick off September 14 in Philadelphia.
Big Wild is one of the most sought-after progressive rising acts on the circuit. Backed by a full-live band, his live show has him switching between multiple instruments (drums, synths, keyboards and live vocals) to deliver a jaw-droppingly energetic, hybrid set infused with high-octane pop, indie, dance and disco elements, distinguishing himself as a standout artist. Getting his start in electronic music, Big Wild has gained global, chart-topping traction, and his music has featured in brand campaigns for Apple, The Olympics, American Eagle and more.
In 2022, he has entered a new creative phase born out of pandemic isolation. For The Efferusphere, the Portland-based producer has departed from the electronic textures of his past for something more homespun, acoustic and introspective. This parallel dimension he discovered in his two year seclusion was one in which emotional energy defined the laws of what you see, of what you hear, based on how you feel. Follow Big Wild on TikTok, Instagram, Twitter, YouTube or Spotify.
Deep Sky is a premier design-driven animation studio in Portland, Oregon. The Emmy-winning studio partners with top creators to produce narrative content for a global audience. Deep Sky is best known for producing The Smashing Pumpkins’ five-part animated series In Ashes as well as many other short films, music videos and series. (deepskystudios.com)
