Video Premiere: Nate Mercereau's kaleidoscopic 'The Trees Are Starting To Have Personality'

Whether you know it or not, there's a strong chance you've heard LA-based multi-instrumentalist Nate Mercereau in some form or fashion. Maybe you've noticed his synth contributions on Jay-Z's “4:44"? Perhaps his guitar licks on Lizzo's "Cuz I Love You"? French Horn with Rhye? Glockenspiel for Leon Bridges? You name it; an undeniable quality of confidence and a pure enthusiasm seems to follow Mercerau wherever his chameleon-like musical expertise takes form. Both of these characteristics take center stage in his debut solo effort Joy Techniques and shine through in his latest single "The Trees Are Starting to Have Personality."

Joy Techniques ebbs and flows, soaring between violent Jazz Fusion riffs, J-Dilla-esque beat driven meditations, and thick psychedelic guitar-laden soundscapes reminiscent of Hendrix. Needless to say, the entire record is a trip.

"The idea for the Trees Are Starting To Have Personality video was to make something that slowed me down a bit. I know I'm on some type of righteous path when I find myself able to notice and appreciate small moments and the details within them. When I find the time and attention to give to something I see everyday, I finally notice immense beauty. It makes life better to live in appreciation."