From discovering Nirvana at a teenage party in the Netherlands to commanding festival stages across Europe, Heavy Kevy has come a long way on his musical journey. He’s not just an artist; he’s a reminder that passion, persistence, and presence can carry you through the toughest stages of being an independent musician.
We had the pleasure of sitting down with him for the very first episode of the Tunepact Rising Star Podcast—where he opened up about his roots, the grind of the indie scene, and what keeps him going.
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🎧 From Rotterdam Raves to Raw Rock Energy
Growing up in a non-musical household, Kevy’s first spark came unexpectedly. “I was 13 when I heard Nirvana at a party,” he recalls. That moment turned into a deep dive into metal, punk, jazz, and even bossa nova. “From that moment on, I never looked back.”
His musical tastes are eclectic, but his message is consistent: Do it because you love it. That’s the thread connecting all the genres he’s explored—and it shows in his commitment to live performance and community-building.
💡 Real Talk: The Grind of Going Indie
When asked about challenges, Kevy didn’t hold back. “The real question is what challenge didn’t we face?” he laughs. He shares a truth familiar to many: making music is hard—but making a living from it is even harder. Especially when you’re from a smaller country where local scenes are often overshadowed by global charts.
Still, he’s not one to make excuses. Instead, he focuses on the direct connection with fans, whether through a packed festival crowd or a bar gig where someone truly listens.
“Touring makes the difference. That’s where I feel real success—not from streams, but when someone buys vinyl or a shirt. That money goes straight to the band. That’s appreciation.”
🌍 Building Global Fans Through Instagram & Grit
Despite coming up in a pre-TikTok era, Kevy has adapted. “We use Instagram the most,” he says, appreciating its reach from Europe to Asia. But for him, real fan support is personal—not algorithmic.
In fact, many of his fans have supported him for decades. “I have a group of 30–40 people that always pre-order my releases. That base helps me keep going.”
🗣 Advice for Fellow Indie Artists
So what’s his advice to the next wave?
“Just play. Go out there and do it. If you love it, keep doing it. One show leads to another, and you never know who you’ll meet.”
Kevy’s perspective is grounded in reality but filled with optimism—a mix of old-school grit and new-age spirit that represents exactly why we created the Tunepact Rising Star Program.
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