Carter Reeves of Surfer Girl

Carter Reeves joins Caught on the Mike for a conversation about the evolution of Surfer Girl, his journey from Aer frontman to building a band with a sound that blends reggae, surf-rock, indie-pop and hip-hop into something distinctly its own. With Surfer Girl’s new album Midnight arriving August 21, Carter talks about the creative evolution behind the record, the road from Sunrise and Noon through Sunset , and the growing global community that has developed around the band. We also get into “Smoked Out,” the new Surfer Girl single featuring Wiz Khalifa, Carter’s connection to hip-hop, the inspiration behind several of Midnight ’s singles, and the balance between nostalgia, reflection and carefree energy that runs through the music. Carter also shares insight into Surfer Girl’s reputation as a live band, performing at festivals including Tortuga, BeachLife and Warped Tour, and the difference between making music for headphones and creating an experience in front of a crowd. From his early success with Aer to finding a new creative identity with Surfer Girl, this is a conversation about musical freedom, growth, reinvention and building something that feels authentic. www.caughtonthemike.com caughtonthemike@gmail.com