CHRI$TIAN GATE$ DROPS VIDEO FOR “TOXIC” FEATURING DUTCH MELROSE
CHRI$TIAN GATE$ DROPS VIDEO FOR
“TOXIC” FEATURING DUTCH MELROSE
FROM NEW ALBUM ‘NO STRINGS ATTACHED’
Los Angeles, CA | February 5, 2025 - SoCal genre-blending artist Chri$tian Gate$ is kicking off the new year with a dark and gripping official video for his latest single “TOXIC” featuring Dutch Melrose. The song, a standout from his debut album NO STRINGS ATTACHED, combines raw emotion and edgy alt-pop vibes, perfectly setting the tone for a video that’s just as intense and captivating.
Directed with a cinematic touch, the video for "TOXIC" plunges viewers into a dark, suspenseful narrative that mirrors the track’s emotional intensity. Christian and Dutch embark on a robbery that takes a violent turn, leading to a series of events that push them to the edge, with unexpected twists and a chilling transformation. The visuals, with their moody, immersive quality, perfectly complement the song's exploration of a toxic, self-destructive relationship.
Christian says of the video: “The TOXIC music video was inspired by a book I read in high-school called ‘Escape from Furnace’ about two teenagers robbing houses. Things take a really dark twist after they get caught robbing the wrong house… I’ll let you see the video to find out what happens next”
Fans can expect even more from Christian Gates as he continues to push the boundaries of his sound and visual storytelling. NO STRINGS ATTACHED is available now, and with the release of this gripping video, Christian shows once again that his art is about much more than just music—it’s about creating immersive experiences that leave a lasting impression.
LISTEN TO ‘NO STRINGS ATTACHED’
ABOUT CHRISTIAN GATES:
Meet Christian Gates - a beacon for the resilient, a testament to music's transformative power, and an audacious talent from Orange County. His journey from poetry to rap, pop, R&B, rock, and now folk reflects a relentless evolution.
Drawing from a diverse range of influences, Gates defies genre norms. His turbulent youth, marked by street racing and run-ins with the law, resonates in his music, making him a voice for the triumphant. Behind the scenes, Gates remains hands-on. He was once his own audio engineer, and now closely collaborates with others.
Gates invites listeners to find their own meaning in his songs, making his music a personal canvas. His rebellious spirit endures, symbolized by his black 2008 Corvette—a tribute to his past. As we see on his upcoming album, Gates continues to be a voice for the voiceless, turning adversity into art.
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