Dominic Fike and The Great Bid War

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So you may have heard this song by now...3 Nights. It's pretty amazing actually and definitely radio worthy. If you haven't I'd suggest reading this article in full and tuning in to The Dot Podcast that explores brand new artists like Dominic Fike so you don't have to. The video above was directed by Kevin Abstract, whom Fike has been building an affiliation with.

​So yes...Dominic Fike is about to take over. The young man who everybody has been saying is like a mixture between Jack Johnson and the attitude of Lil Pump. Branded with the Apple logo where a teardrop would usually be inked, the Florida-bred artist exudes originality and boyish charisma. Apple is a forward moving industry, I think I see what he's doing here. Not sure how this is possible, but Fike has found a way to get a record deal without even having music released. I mean now that it is out, it's good enough to do that. He just recently signed with Columbia Records having an all out bidding war between labels. And for those who do not understand, a bidding war amongst labels means the label willing to pay the highest price for the singer would sign him. Like an auction. Fike came to attention of all other record labels after releasing his debut EP Don't Forget About Me, Demos at age 21 in December 2017, which was recorded while he was on house arrest for battery of a police officer.

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He ended the Great Bid War by signing a contract with Columbia Records for $4 million. After he signed thopugh, he went to jail. Still dropping music in 2019 though.

​His highly anticipated debut EP, Don’t Forget About Me, Demos, is finally here and it’s an exclusive look into Fike’s headspace as he comes into his own. He touches on the chase of relationships, his family dynamic and his dreams, tying it all together with his cheeky sense of humor and underdog mentality. People are describing his sound as genre-meshing and you can get a taste of it yourself through the previews below.

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1. 3 Nights
Although he really needs to play the whole album, 3 Nights is the one we'll say we are most excited for because of the energy the crowd will have. I mean, c'mon. Everyone loves this one. It's only right.

2. Phone Numbers
Featuring Kenny Beats, Fike shows off his ability to rap, and still make an intimate hit about a girl.

3. Acai Bowl
Fike slows it down on this one. And it hits home.

3b. Hit Me Up (feat. Omar Apollo)
Alright, I know. It's supposed to only be 3 songs. But this needs to be played with Omar Apollo who will also be attending the festival.

Anna Scholfield of Ones to Watch describes 3 Nights as a rhythmic sizzler with doo-wop claps and a classic chord progression. Fike explores the persistent pursuit of an unrequited love, singing, “You can call me names if you call me up.” Damn I would agree with that Dominic. Can't even get a call back nowadays.

The next track on the EP, “Babydoll,” is more of an interlude at just under two minutes. Fike’s impressive guitar chops share the spotlight with his emotive lyrics, detailing personal relationships and family history in the margins of the song. The next track, “Westcoast Collective” has a lot going on, from layered vocals to buzzingly energetic instrumentals. Possibly the hardest-hitting song on the project, it’s packed full of emotion and features a wide range of vocal delivery.

Expect to see much much more of Dominic Fike, as a video was just released featuring his brand new song 3 Nights, but weirdly enough uploaded by Brockhampton, the rap collective featuring Kevin Abstract....

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