Josh Kua’s New Single ‘ALL A GAME’ Marks a New Breakthrough for the Instrumentalist as a Genre-defying Artist
Renowned violinist, innovative composer and enchanting performer, Josh Kua, returns after a hiatus of 14 months from the music scene. Paving a path for what fans can expect from him next, the Malaysian-born Australian artist marks a new breakthrough in his sonic evolution as a genre-defying artist with his all-new single, ‘ALL A GAME’.
A remarkable departure from his oeuvre, Josh describes ‘ALL A GAME’ as liberating, energetic and high-octane. In an unexpected convergence of violin and cyberpunk, ‘ALL A GAME’ is an invigorating fusion of hard-hitting beats, synth basslines and thrilling bursts of violin melodies that add an element of whimsy to the song’s dark, irreverent spirit. This all-new single offers listeners a glimpse into Josh’s dynamic personality and multifaceted identity as an artist.
Penned by Josh, alongside award-winning music producer Daniel Veerapen as co-producer, this tastefully blended, cyberpunk-inspired track launches listeners into unchartered sonic territories. With a touch of darksynth and synthwave aesthetics, the single sees Josh showcasing his signature lush, violin-driven production while highlighting his penchant for genre experimentation. Unlike previously released singles, the violin aficionado incorporates minimal lyrics and his own vocals for the first time into this composition, creating an exhilarating new musical experience and cultural context for audiences.
‘ALL A GAME’ is not just a creative revelation, but one that is personal. This futuristic composition is an expansive yet intimate body of work that illustrates Josh’s personal experiences of feeling vulnerable and frustrated at times. “This song is about breaking free of your fears and inhibitions. I’m often paralysed by choice, fear of failure and perfectionism. ‘ALL A GAME’ serves as a genuine reminder to myself that this career I have, and indeed several aspects of life, really are all games, as many of the things we worry about don’t really matter in the grand scheme of things,”Josh reveals. He adds, “It's better to take chances and learn to be okay with making mistakes, rather than overthinking everything and doing nothing”.
