What's up everyone? I hope you've been having a blessed month and success chasing your dreams.
This time around, bringing you an artist that I have been rocking with from day one of discovering his music and someone I've had the pleasure of working with in other creative avenues.
is starting the year off hitting it head-on and continues to never hit the brakes. He has decided to momentarily switch genres and delivers his brand new 4-track Pop Punk EP called The Kid In Me Has A Gun To My Head. This was released on February 13th, 2026.
The EP is his first journey into Pop Punk, and I'm sure it won't be his last. I'll even hedge a bet that he'll explore even more genres in the future.
I was lucky enough to listen to the album a few times during its production, which is always surreal and truly is a blessing. I have also listened to it a few times since release. It's definitely a solid album, especially when you remember it's a debut in this particular genre.
My favourite tracks are The Kid In Me Has A Gun To My Head and I Don't Ever Wanna See The Monsters That Are Under My Bed. These are the two that I sonically enjoy the most, and they also have lyrics with which I can relate to. For example, "When I was young I dreamed of being a hero, not stuck in this cubicle being a zero." I can tell you I had this thought hundreds of times when working in a call centre job.
My favourite lyric has to be "Call up my boss and tell him fuck you, I quit." As let's be honest, we all wish we could do this at some point in our lives.
That being said, please know the other tracks are still produced to a high level and will stay in rotation just like most of Cazniac's discography does.
I will leave a link to the album below, be sure to check it out.
Fun fact: Cazniac is keeping the track titles abbreviated for the album to keep in line with the Pop Punk vibes, which honestly I think is a sick idea. Something I think he should make his signature stamp for his future Pop Punk projects if he does any.
Now onto my favourite segment, where I will be conducting an interview with Cazniac.
Chucky Edwards:
What was the mindset going into this project and what was the deciding factor in going in a different direction?
Cazniac:
The mindset was honestly freedom. I didn’t want rules, expectations, or a checklist of what a “Cazniac project” is supposed to sound like. I grew up on Pop Punk just as much as hip hop, and this project came from revisiting that era of my life where everything felt loud, emotional, and urgent. The deciding factor was realizing I had things to say that didn’t fit inside rap beats anymore. Pop Punk gave me the space to scream those thoughts instead of just rapping them.
Chucky Edwards:
What was your favourite moment while producing this album and what let you know you were onto a winner?
Cazniac:
The moment I knew I was onto something was recording the vocals for the title track. There was a point where I stopped thinking about delivery, pitch, or polish and just let it rip. When I listened back and felt uncomfortable—in a good way—I knew it was real. That’s usually the sign for me. If it feels too safe, I’m doing it wrong.
Chucky Edwards:
This is a bit of a two-part question. If or when you do another Pop Punk album, is there anything you would do differently, and is there anyone you would want to work with within this genre?
Cazniac:
I’d probably push the sound even further. This EP was me testing the waters, so next time I’d go bigger—more aggressive guitars, more dynamic song structures, and maybe even less polish. As for collaborations, I’d love to work with artists who came from the golden era of Pop Punk or artists who blend genres fearlessly. Anyone who understands emotion over perfection is my kind of collaborator. Some big names would be Reliant K, Blink-182, Tech N9ne, and Linkin Park.
Chucky Edwards:
What’s next for you after this release?
Cazniac:
No slowing down. I’m already working on new music across multiple genres. This EP didn’t replace hip hop for me—it expanded my lane. Expect more experimentation, more storytelling, and more projects that don’t fit neatly into one box.
Chucky Edwards:
So now I'm going to move onto a few general questions. Firstly, what has been the biggest highlight of your musical adventure?
Cazniac:
Longevity. Still being here, still creating, and still evolving after all these years is the biggest win. I’ve seen trends come and go, people quit, and scenes disappear—but I’m still hungry. That means everything to me. 18 years in and I'm not slowing at all.
Chucky Edwards:
I know you've been doing it for over a decade now. So I ask you, what advice would you give to up-and-coming artists trying to chase their dreams?
Cazniac:
Stop waiting for permission. No one is coming to validate you before you start. Make the music you want to hear, be consistent, and don’t let numbers dictate your worth. If you’re authentic and persistent, the right people will find you.
Chucky Edwards:
On the topic of different genres, what would be a genre you would want to explore next?
Cazniac:
I’d love to dive deeper into heavy metal or even do an R&B project. Anything that allows me to keep telling stories in new ways without repeating myself or staying in a single lane.
Chucky Edwards:
As we finish up, I want to leave the floor open for you. Is there anything else you would like to add or share?
Cazniac:
Just gratitude. To everyone who listens, supports, or even critiques—I appreciate all of it. This EP is for anyone who feels stuck between who they were and who they’re supposed to be. Keep going.
I want to say a massive thank you to Cazniac for answering my questions.
So as we conclude this instalment of Chucky's Report, I will leave you with links below to where you can find everything Cazniac.
Thank you for taking your time to read this edition of Chucky's Report on Thoughts Of Chucky, and be sure to show Cazniac some love and check out the album.
Until next time, keep on supporting the talented artists chasing their dreams and be blessed.
— Chucky Edwards
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