Lew Apollo

Losing his Father and friend to suicide in 2022 served as the catalyst for Lew to write and speak about the common struggles of depression, temptation, and anxiety. Born and raised in rural Northern Minnesota, he highlights themes of isolation and mental entrapment. Lewis adopted the moniker "Lew" as a tribute to his Father, who used it endearingly.

Helplessness is conveyed in Lew Apollo's debut single "TROUBLE ON MY MIND"; a cry for help from one's own mind. Lew's raspy vocal pairs with his equally raspy, hypnotic guitar lick serving as a Neo-Blues/Roots Rock call and response. This genre-bending debut single off his debut EP combines Blues Rock, Indie-Soul, with the beat and production of Vapor-Soul and R&B. A result of playing hundreds of live shows as a soul-blues trio in Austin, TX and a long-time collaboration with . Losing loved ones to suicide in 2022 brought a new meaning to "TROUBLE ON MY MIND"; a general summary of fear and temptation quickly transformed into a metaphor of suicidal thoughts and the everlasting mental struggle.

Climbing the ranks in the Duluth, Minneapolis, and recently Austin TX Blues and Soul scenes, Lew has transferred his focus from primarily performing live, to writing and recording captivating songs about internal problems. Co-written and Produced by , Lew Apollo is releasing his anticipated debut EP April 2023. His leading single "TROUBLE ON MY MIND" is out 2/3/23.