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Sensitive and soulful, singer-songwriter STEFFAN ARGUS is wasting no time chasing after his dreams on a boat to neverland with only his guitar, pen, and a head full of stories to tell. By Jam Nitura Photographed by Logan Cole Shot on location at the Angeles National Forest
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n Illinois native, charming boy-next-door Steffan Argus was born with music beating up his chest. At an early age, he was trained to sing and play a multitude of instruments resulting into the versatile storyteller we know of today. However, despite his many talents, Steffan decided not to dive head-first into music, saying that the best advice he was given was to wait. And contrary to the fast-paced demeanor of the industry, this advice brought wonders to the growth of his sound. “I’ve been working on developing my music for years and years. If I had released the
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type of music I wanted to make three years ago, I would be on a completely different trajectory than I am now. I allowed myself the time to figure out who I am and what I want to say. It’s been a blessing in disguise. I was so anxious to release music, but because I waited for the right moment, I’m now doing exactly what I have always wanted.” Now 18 and more than ready to make his voice known, Steffan finally released his debut EP Lost At Sea last May. Citing Jason Mraz, Kishi Bashi, Yellow Ostrich, and Twenty One Pilots as his musical influences, the acoustic crooner takes his own version of whimsical yet poignant to create a sound dripping of both adventure and nostalgia, an amalgamation that reflected off his four-song EP. A voyager’s
journey to the great unknown, Lost At Sea is refreshingly unique and interesting as all of the songs are tied together to an encompassing narrative. “This collection of songs tells a chronological and cohesive story from start to finish. This body of music is the first chapter in my book. It’s a fantasy adventure that delves deep into some darker emotions that are often left untouched. It’s a call-to-arms for all the people who feel lost and are looking for an escape,” he explains. “The sound is very whimsical and even orchestral, with elements of alternative rock, but rooted in a pop style production.” He is a true storyteller at heart, drawing his songs from fictitious worlds interlaced with genuine emotion from his own person. “I
