In 2020, under the alias CORTEX, the artist now known as TEXXY released a defining work that marked the end of an era. This untitled album, a raw fusion of emo folk and the gritty hip-hop influences of the SoundCloud era, captured the twilight of a fleeting cultural moment. With haunting acoustic melodies layered over lo-fi beats and introspective lyricism, the project channeled the angst and authenticity of a generation grappling with impermanence.
Limited to just ten physical copies, each meticulously crafted to resemble VHS tapes, the album was a deliberate nod to nostalgia and obsolescence. These rare artifacts were sent exclusively to TEXXY’s most devoted supporters, a gesture that cemented his bond with his audience and amplified the project’s mystique. The underground scene in Florida took notice, with the album’s scarcity and emotional weight sparking fervent discussion and cementing its status as a cult classic.
This release was more than music—it was a requiem for an era, a bold statement of closure, and a testament to TEXXY’s ability to channel personal and cultural transitions into art that resonates.
Limited to just ten physical copies, each meticulously crafted to resemble VHS tapes, the album was a deliberate nod to nostalgia and obsolescence. These rare artifacts were sent exclusively to TEXXY’s most devoted supporters, a gesture that cemented his bond with his audience and amplified the project’s mystique. The underground scene in Florida took notice, with the album’s scarcity and emotional weight sparking fervent discussion and cementing its status as a cult classic.
This release was more than music—it was a requiem for an era, a bold statement of closure, and a testament to TEXXY’s ability to channel personal and cultural transitions into art that resonates.
Original Cover for Listen if Alone. Comprised of a lithography self portrait; which was later changed upon the release of the project.