Artist Advent Calendar - Day 3: Adam Thomas Hughes
For Day 3 of Next Wave’s Artist Advent Calendar, we’re spotlighting the introspective and ever-talented Adam Thomas Hughes! Known for his heartfelt lyrics and raw sound, Adam brings a down-to-earth vibe that’s impossible not to connect with. Whether it’s his latest single, Homemade Attraction, or his admiration for indie gems like The Royston Club, Adam’s artistry shines through in everything he does. Stay tuned for more inspiring artists as we continue this festive journey!
NW: What's the weirdest thing that’s inspired a song?
Adam: A Snowball Fight
NW: Who’s an artist you've recently discovered?
Adam: Daydreamers (They are one of my favourites now)
NW: What’s the biggest thing you learned about yourself this year?
Adam: You can't convince people to think a certain way about yourself, leave people to be.
NW: What's the strangest place you've ever written or recorded music?
Adam: Very basic, a friends couch.
NW: If you could collab with any artist right now, who would it be?
Adam: I'd love to write with Ben Matthias ( Guitarist of The Royston Club )
NW: What was your most-played song this year?
Adam: Beach House - Daydreamers
NW: Do you have a favorite fan interaction from this year?
Adam: The first picture anyone's asked me to jump in was at a local gig and it was a little kid who asked for a setlist and to play together sometime. I'll remember that kid if I ever make it anywhere.
NW: What's a lyric from another artist that hits you hard every time?
Adam: John Mayer - Roll it on home - "You've been here so long tonights already yesterday"
NW: What song of yours do you feel proudest of?
Adam: Most recent single "Homemade Attraction" is some of our best work.
NW: Who’s the most unexpected artist on your playlist right now?
Adam: Your Neighbors (Unreal)
NW: Do you have a favorite holiday movie?
Adam: Harry Potter - Prisoner of Azkaban
NW: Are you more of a ‘decorate everything’ or ‘less is more’ type of person?
Adam: Less is always more
NW: Is there a city you’d love to spend the holidays in?
Adam: I'd love to be in New York for Christmas at some point
NW: If you could invite any musician to your holiday dinner, who would it be?
Adam: Bob Dylan
