The Last Gospel (EP) Album

DAS LETZTE EVANGELIUM (the last gospel), is Good Guy's debut EP. Good Guy, whose real name is Ramsey Dunlap, is a San Francisco-based advocate for homeless people by day and an electronic music and sound artist by night. Good Guy's, the last gospel, is an introduction to a new genre of music created by the artist which he is calling, Nightmare POP. Nightmare POP as a music genre is the messier, darker, and more dynamic sister of Dream Pop.

Nightmare Pop: Nightmare Pop is an eclectic sound that borrows from jazz, electronica, heavy metal, Hip-Hop, alternative and the post-punk movements of the late 20th century. Artists such as Kanye West, Soundgarden, Daft Punk, Lana Del Rey, The Roots, David Bowie, Joy Division, Siouxsie and the Banshees, and The Cure play influential roles in shaping the genre's sound and aesthetics. These artists embraced a darker and more introspective approach to music, incorporating elements of experimentation, haunting atmospheres, and emotionally charged sounds by incorporating influences from electronic and experimental music, allowing it to evolve and further explore the depths of the human psyche.

Nightmare Pop is highly relevant to the times we live in as it reflects the complex emotions, uncertainties, and anxieties that many individuals experience in the modern world. In an era characterized by rapid technological advancements, societal pressures, and information overload, Nightmare Pop serves as a sonic outlet to process and express the darker aspects of our collective consciousness. It offers a space for listeners to confront their fears and anxieties, providing a cathartic experience that can help navigate the complexities of contemporary life.

Nightmare Pop incorporates a diverse range of musical elements to create its unique atmosphere. It often features ethereal and atmospheric soundscapes created through the use of synthesizers, reverb-drenched guitars, and haunting vocal effects. The genre embraces dissonance, incorporating unconventional chord progressions and melodies that challenge traditional notions of harmony. Song structures can be unpredictable, with unconventional arrangements and unexpected shifts in dynamics and tempo. Though mainly instrumental, some songs include lyrics that explore introspection, often delving into themes of inner turmoil, psychological struggles, and surreal imagery, inviting listeners into a world where the boundaries between reality and fantasy blur.

In Unity

Ramsey Dunlap, Kevin Carafa

Ramsey Dunlap