The Shift to Solo Creation

Kevin Barnes, the creator behind Of Montreal, reflects on his transition from collaborating with a band to pursuing music solo. After experiencing a lack of commercial success with earlier band projects, he found greater satisfaction and creative freedom working independently. The decision to embrace solo work allowed him to explore his ideas more intimately, reminiscent of his early music-making days when collaboration was not an option. This shift was not just a response to circumstances but also a realization that he preferred crafting music alone, likening the process to painting where individual vision is paramount.