Rising Stars: Meet The Vig Arcadia
About us:
Combining Alternative Rock, Pop, Blues, and Funk, The Vig Arcadia brings classic styles to a modern-day sound that everyone can relate to and dance to. From the heart of Metro-Detroit, we come from so many different styles of music and put a new, non-traditional spin on something familiar; we will always surprise listeners with the unexpected.
We came together during the height of the pandemic. In a time where the world was dark and quite literally shut down, our group found inspiration and purpose; to create something bright and new! This year we’ve played Small’s Bar, Canton Brew Works, Parts & Labor, and have some big shows coming up at Unruly Brewing Co., New Dodge Lounge, & PJ’s Lager House! Many more to come.
The Vig Arcadia released it’s first singles over the past couple months. “Walk Away”, “Juicy Bitters”, and most recently, “Horrible Disease”.
Challenges and lessons:
Coming together, finding our sound, and creating music collectively, has been a very natural and exciting experience! We all have the same passion and have been able to bring our different styles into one electric and groovy blend of music.
As the world has opened back up this year, there has been some challenges with scheduling shows. There are still some restrictions, which can bring obstacles. In addition, all of the artists everywhere, that haven’t been able to perform live for two years, are booking shows faster than venues can keep up with. Fortunately, we now are booked through the fall! Our schedule can be found on our website thevigarcadia.com.
What makes us different:
The Vig Arcadia creates music with emotionally fluent lyrics and irresistible beats. The uplifting and energetic sound makes any listener want to dance while helping them feel heard and understood.
Our biggest accomplishment so far is the very first single we released, “Walk Away”, and its music video, directed and produced by our very own guitarist, Ciotta! The feedback, support, and love surrounding that project has meant so much to us. We are also in the process of recording our first album, which will include those first three singles. It is a collection of Rock, Pop, Blues, and Funk songs that we are very proud of and can’t wait to share with the world!
Our inspiration:
We each find inspiration in our own, unique ways, but mostly by listening to our idols’ music and watching them perform live! Hearing other artists’ insights and creative processes in interviews, podcasts, and social media also really helps guide us in our journey. The Vig Arcadia’s influences range from Motown to Hippo Campus, Black Sabbath to Coldplay, and Red-Hot Chili Peppers to Prince.
Read more at: https://voyagemichigan.com/interview/rising-stars-meet-the-vig-arcadia-of-detroit-mi/