NEWS

NEW SINGLE: WHO'S THE BOSS?

05.06.2022: Check out my new collaboration with talented producer and frequent Twitch streamer, DonoVillain! Our first single, Who's The Boss? is now available on all digital / streaming platforms! How does being called "Boss" come across to you? Please let us know via social media! @timstilesmusic @donovillain

AVAILABLE NOW: CICADA EXOSKELETONS LIMITED EDITION 2x COLORED VINYL

04.20.2022: Available now both digitally and as a Limited Edition 2x Vinyl, Cicada Exoskeletons is an album 3+ years in the making, reflecting on both positive and negative aspects of what we know as life. Its songs celebrate and expose Tim's position from point A to point Z and everywhere in between in a manner both genuine and relatable.

A LIMITED EDITION 2 x VINYL LP version (limited to 300 copies, double 180gm color vinyl w/ full color gatefold) is available via my Bandcamp Page. Consisting of 15 brand new songs, the album features some of my long-time influences including Sole (Anticon), The Grouch (Living Legends), Kristoff Krane, Murcii Miller, and Bodi (Elephant Memories) as well as production from Mack Formway (Art Vandelay), Captain Midnite, and Qreepz. You can watch the official video for the debut song, Jar Of Fireflies  via my YouTube, Facebook, and Instagram pages (produced by J. Lee Vertz of AudioDose).

The entire album is also on all digital streaming platforms!

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NEW MUSIC VIDEO - JAR OF FIREFLIES

11.05.2021: The official music video for Jar Of Fireflies was shot in hi-res 4k at various locations, parks, and strips around West Seattle, WA including The Corner Pocket Billiards & Lounge and Tim's home. While we may not stay young forever, we should never stop collecting the memories which encompass our lives on this earth. Video produced and edited by J. Lee Mezus. I hope you enjoy it!

ALBUM REVIEW - CICADA EXOSKELETONS

09.19.2021: Check out the shining review of Cicada Exoskeletons at Nada Mucho! 

 

CLICK HERE TO VIEW: Album Review - Tim Stiles’ “Cicada Exoskeletons”

"If you are a fan of Sage Francis or Brother Ali, you’ll love Tim Stiles. He’s smart and silly, in all of the best possible ways."

ABOUT

WHO IS TIM STILES?

Tim Stiles is an independent hip-hop artist, currently residing in Santa Cruz, CA–historically known as the lead vocalist/rapper of Seattle, satirical hip hop band, Passion Party. While writing outlandishly hilarious stabs at the eccentricities of society, nerd culture, and relationships is prevalent in his contributions to the band, Tim is no one trick pony. He’s a clever wordsmith in his own right unafraid to branch out into more conscious directions while maintaining an engaging stage presence. Tim’s solo efforts and collaborations with other artists have resulted in a topically diverse catalog ranging from celebratory and grateful to provocative and personal. Regardless of the theme, the end result is a song that’s unique, relatable and accessible. There’s a beauty in Tim Stiles’ consistent track record of inconsistency. Thanks for visiting!

WHAT IS PASSION PARTY?

Formed in 2012 by frontman Tim Stiles and producer Adam Drew, Passion Party defines the genre of ‘satirical hip-hop.’ With the utmost cleverness and tact, they tackle themes encompassing self-deprecation, love, real-life, fantasy, nerd culture, and first world problems – topics traditional hip-hop acts wouldn’t dare touch. Combining early 90’s synth with sultry horns, deliberately placed samples, traditional hip-hop percussion, and hilarious content, the group never ceases to ensue laughter and entertain. Engaging live performances, crowd banter, costumes, and visuals create an experience that caters to all walks of life.

Albums: Bored Games (Spotify – Bandcamp – iTunes)
The Unihorn EP (Spotify – Bandcamp – iTunes)