RiotTheory
Before peace, there must be chaos.
RiotTheory isn’t just an artist — he’s a movement forged from pain, defiance, and raw emotion.
Born and raised in Oklahoma, Riot grew up surrounded by chaos, failure, and endless noise. But instead of letting it break him, he learned to turn his scars into sound — to take every betrayal, every setback, every sleepless night, and turn it into something powerful. His music isn’t polished for radio. It’s real, cinematic, and unapologetically human.
Blending dark cinematic rap, trap energy, and melodic emotion, RiotTheory crafts music that hits deeper than trends. His sound draws inspiration from the likes of NF, Diggy Graves, Iann Dior, and Machine Gun Kelly, but his delivery, vision, and authenticity are entirely his own. Each track is a confession, a story, a rebellion — a reminder that even the broken can rise and build something bigger than pain.
At the core of RiotTheory is one message:
“Turn your ashes to ammo.”
Every loss becomes fuel. Every wound becomes a weapon. Every song becomes proof that no matter how dark it gets, there’s still fight left inside.
RiotTheory is also the creative mind behind Forged Arts, a record label and creative brand built for those who refuse to fit in. Through projects like Trixie Hex, Riot blurs the lines between reality and art — mixing sound, storytelling, and visual identity into something larger than life. He doesn’t just make songs — he builds worlds.
From anthemic rap tracks to emotional rock crossovers, and even genre-breaking collaborations, RiotTheory proves one thing over and over again:
you can’t silence someone who’s already been through hell.
This is RiotTheory.
A survivor. A creator. A rebel with a purpose.
Every lyric, every beat, every project screams one truth —
“I am me, and nobody else ever will be"
A.M. Buried Inside of us
Heavy Sound. Honest Truth
A/M Buried Inside Of Us is the sonic collision of fury, truth, and unfiltered emotion, driven by the creative force of Andy, vocalist for the band Basses Loaded. Known for his commanding presence behind the mic and his relentless dedication to expression, Andy built this project as a raw extension of his inner world, transforming struggle into sound and chaos into clarity.
With Buried Inside Of Us, Andy merges the crushing weight of metal, the rhythmic intensity of rap, and the vulnerability of deeply personal storytelling into a sound that refuses to sit quietly in the background. Heavy riffs strike like hammer blows, rapid-fire bars cut through the noise, and lyrics carry the kind of honesty that leaves marks long after the music fades. It’s not just music. It’s release. It’s confrontation. It’s survival turned into art.
This project thrives on emotional realism, diving headfirst into themes of hardship, resilience, identity, and the relentless push to rise above adversity. Each track feels like a pressure valve releasing years of tension, designed to resonate with listeners who know what it means to fight through darkness and still keep moving forward.
Beyond the studio walls, Andy is an active force in the Oklahoma music scene, performing at local festivals, live shows, and underground venues where energy runs high and connection runs deep. Whether commanding a stage or crafting verses in the booth, his mission stays the same: create music that hits hard, speaks truth, and connects with people on a visceral level.
As his presence continues to grow both locally and online, Buried Inside Of Us stands as more than a musical project. It represents the transformation of pain into power, emotion into movement, and sound into something unforgettable.
Follow A/M Buried Inside Of Us on social media (@a.m.buriedinsideofus) and streaming platforms to stay locked in with new releases, upcoming performances, and the ongoing journey of an artist carving his voice into the noise.
Trixie Hex
Pop rock queen
Meet Trixie Hex
Trixie Hex isn’t just an artist—she’s an experience. Created by Connor Beeson with a mix of AI tools and pure imagination, Trixie was designed to have her own style, sound, and story. Connor writes every song, shaping her into the voice of rebellion, humor, and real emotion.
With her streaked pink-and-blue hair, punk-skater vibe, and confident presence, Trixie is unforgettable. Her music is loud, raw, and real—balancing dark cinematic anthems with pop-punk chaos. She’s the friend who laughs at life’s bad decisions and the fighter who turns pain into power.
Signed to her new label. Trixie Hex is a creation that blurs the line between technology and art—proof that imagination can spark an entirely new kind of artist.
Trixie Hex treats every song like a journal entry with an attitude problem — she’ll sing about heartbreak one second, then crack a joke about it the next.
She’s got a reputation for calling out toxic relationships in her lyrics, but she laughs at herself too, making her music feel like a late-night conversation with your wildest friend.
Her favorite accessory? Her hair — long, wild, and streaked with pink and blue, it’s practically its own character.
While Connor Beeson created her with AI tools and creative imagination, Trixie has taken on a life of her own — fans already treat her like a real person, not just a persona.
Trixie describes her sound as: “If a skater kid and a goth girl had a karaoke night and broke the mic.”
49SHELLS
lead guitar - creative partner
Hunter’s story starts with a sound — the roar of guitars shaking the walls of his childhood home. Raised on a foundation of rock legends like Metallica, Mötley Crüe, Creed, Alice In Chains, Guns N’ Roses, and AC/DC, his world was built around distortion, emotion, and pure energy. Those early riffs didn’t just inspire him — they ignited something inside.
From the moment he first picked up a guitar, Hunter knew music wasn’t just noise — it was a calling. What began as admiration turned into obsession, and soon, into artistry. Each chord he plays and lyric he writes is an extension of who he is: passionate, driven, and unapologetically real.
Now part of the RiotTheory movement, Hunter channels that same fire to craft music that hits hard and speaks louder than words ever could. His creative vision blends classic rock grit with modern emotion — a reflection of the chaos, beauty, and truth that define him.
Passion & Style
“Ever since I was little, music has always been a part of my life. My dad would always have rock music blasting—Metallica, Mötley Crüe, Creed, Alice In Chains, Guns N’ Roses, AC/DC, and so many others. Those sounds filled my childhood, and the moment I heard those guitars, something clicked inside me. I fell in love with the energy, the emotion, and the power that came from every riff and solo. From then on, I knew I wanted to learn how to play guitar and create my own music. For me, music isn’t just something to listen to—it’s an outlet, a way to express what words can’t always say. I want to leave my mark, to make my footprint on this planet through the songs I create, and to inspire someone the same way those bands inspired me.”
Hunter represents what Forged Arts is all about — authentic sound, raw emotion, and the relentless drive to leave something real behind.
Zaiilusion
Real life. Real weight. Real sound.
Zaiilusion is an artist forged by pressure and driven by purpose. Born in Shawnee and raised in Stillwater Oklahoma, Zaii found his voice through music as a way to survive, reflect, and rise above the weight of everyday struggles. What began as a personal outlet became a weapon of expression. A means to turn pain into power.
His music is grounded in real life. Unfiltered emotions, hard truths, and the quiet battles most people never talk about. Zaii doesn’t chase trends. He documents growth. Each track carries intention, blending vulnerability with strength and honesty with resolve.
Zaii’s vision extends beyond sound. He believes real change comes from action as much as art. His goal isn’t just to be heard, but to leave an impact. To inspire movement, accountability, and purpose through both his music and the way he lives.
Zaiilusion represents what the label stands for: artists shaped by adversity, sharpened by discipline, and committed to building something real. This isn’t noise. This is work forged in truth.
Dying4AReason
Genre Defying Band - D4AR
Dying4AReason (D4AR) is a genre-defying band from Oklahoma City, signed to Forged Arts, pushing the boundaries of modern heavy music through a powerful fusion of Metal, Rap, EDM, and Trap. Built as a true collective, D4AR unites distinct voices, styles, and creative identities into one relentless, emotionally charged sonic force.
The current lineup consists of RiotTheory, A.M Buried Inside Of Us, Zaiilusion, and 49Shells, forming the core creative foundation of the project moving forward.
At the leadership level, Connor Beeson of RiotTheory and Andy Mittlemen of A.M Buried Inside Of Us now oversee the direction and development of D4AR, guiding the project’s vision, structure, and evolution. Their combined experience and artistic perspective shape the band’s identity and long-term trajectory.
Creative influence and artistic refinement are further elevated by Zaiilusion and 49Shells, whose input drives atmosphere, texture, and stylistic depth across the project’s sound.
D4AR continues to remain in active development, with new material and collaborations consistently in the works. The band is also preparing for its first live performance, scheduled for October, marking the official introduction of this current era of the collective.
MudFire
Born in the mud, forged in fire:
Born out the mud and forged in fire, MudFire is more than just a name—it’s a lifestyle. Raised in the grit and grind of the South, his story is built on long days, hard lessons, and the kind of life most people only hear about in songs. From oilfields to welding rigs, MudFire didn’t chase a dream—he lived one worth writing about. Every lyric comes straight from real life. No gimmicks. No filters. Just truth. MudFire blends country roots with raw rap energy, creating a sound that hits just as hard as the work boots he stands in. His music speaks for the blue-collar backbone—the ones putting in hours, getting dirty, and still standing tall. Influenced by struggle, loyalty, and survival, MudFire’s tracks carry the weight of experience. Whether it’s pain, pride, or pressure, he says what he feels and means every word. That honesty is what sets him apart. This ain’t industry-built. This is self-made. 100% written. 100% lived. MudFire isn’t just making music—he’s telling a story for everyone who came from nothing and built something.
He is also one of Riot's lifelong friends, in which they spoke of working on music together years ago. Even had a few songs written and planned for studio time, but life and the daily grind got in the way and that dream was placed on the back burner. Now here they are, chasing that dream and making something happen.
