A Chat with Casey Louis (15.09.25)
Inspired by “risk-takers who leave a lasting mark…”, singer-songwriter Casey Louis offers audiences intimacy, connection, and a resonating sound that speaks to the heart, letting you know you aren’t alone. We speak with the US-based musician about his new album, The Secret Joke, upcoming plans, what music means to him and more.
OSR: Cliché, but why did you choose to become a musician? What drew you to music?
Louis: I grew up with my parents blasting music through the house, and it really feels like I had no choice but to accept my fate as a musically inclined individual. I’m so grateful for my parents introducing me to this world, as I can’t imagine my life any other way.
OSR: You recently released your album, The Secret Joke. What can you tell us about the album? Is there a particular theme or backstory?
Louis: The Secret Joke is filled with themes of self-discovery and identity, along with ideas of change. It’s an experience, not just a collection of songs, and attention rewards the listener.
OSR: What was the production of The Secret Joke like? Did you face any challenges, or were things pretty smooth sailing? What did you learn from producing the album?
Louis: Bokoven’s production on this album was key in making the story what it is. It was challenging to write and perform over these unconventional instrumentals, but it ended in something I believe to be truly authentic and original.
OSR: What does music mean to you?
Louis: As a whole? Music is everything. It’s the one language we all speak, and the one medium everybody can enjoy. It’s everything.
OSR: Which do you find more challenging: melody or lyrics?
Louis: Melody has always come naturally to me. The lyrics are where I find myself going back and forth, and reaching down the deepest.
OSR: What do you hope people take from The Secret Joke, and what do you take from it?
Louis: I hope people can listen and form their own interpretations. No one is wrong, and no one is correct. Whatever this album makes you feel is truly opinion-based, and I hope you take the time to find out what it means to you.
OSR: If you had to introduce a new listener to your music, which song would you choose and why that one?
Louis: I’d show them ‘Don’t Fall Asleep’. If you can make it through the highs and lows of that 6-minute song, you are a perfect candidate for an enjoyer of my music.
OSR: If you could change anything about The Secret Joke, what would it be?
Louis: Maybe not the answer you were looking for, but honestly, I wouldn’t. I can’t wait to look back on this work 5, 10 years from now, and highlight the imperfections. It is truly authentic to where I am currently as an artist, and in its own way, that’s what makes it perfect as is.
OSR: What’s next for Casey Louis?
Louis: I’ve got another album I’m about 90% done with. It’s even bigger, emotional, and gripping than this one. I’ve always got something up my sleeve.
OSR: Do you have a message for our readers?
Louis: It’s great to finally meet you, and I hope our paths continue to intersect. Hope to see you soon.
Many thanks to Casey Louis for speaking with us. Find out more about Casey Louis on his official website, Facebook, X (formerly Twitter), Instagram, TikTok and Spotify.
This artist was discovered via Musosoup #sustainablecurator
