DOPEST Video of the Week: "Belligerent" by The Sophisticated Psychos

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Our next DOPEST Video of the Week is the surreal “Belligerent”, which comes from The Sophisticated Psychos, an NYC-based creative partnership consisting of poet-producer Kyriaki and producer-songwriter Nicky Scorpio.

Since meeting in a recording studio in Hell’s Kitchen in 2012 the duo have been focused on building a lifestyle and brand centered around wellness. They create music to “celebrate anxiety, depression, and, most importantly, ourselves.”

Nicky says that “Belligerent” is about “acknowledging that we are all hypocrites—we say we want peace and choose chaos. Most artists are using their platforms for negativity and false lifestyles—but we are the faces of the new generation who don’t agree with the fear and negativity that is force fed to us and don’t want to be told that we’re wrong anymore.”

The story of the video for “Belligerent” dates back to 2014, when Kyriaki produced, directed, and starred in a silent short film about anger and emotional turmoil. The film, “Red Egg,” had a big impact on Nicky. “I remember seeing it and feeling uncomfortable and finding it difficult to watch,” he said. Later, when they made the song, Nicky thought of the short film. It struck him that the visual narrative that Kyriaki had created years ago was tied to the story of the new song. He took footage from “Red Egg” and put his own singular touch to it, creating a video in the style of The Sophisticated Psychos. The result is a dynamic combination of two unique talents and a beautiful and moving experience.

Watch our selection for DOPEST Video of the Week, “Belligerent”, by The Sophisticated Psychos right now and stream the single on your preferred streaming service below. Also, be sure to connect with Kyriaki and Nicky on their website and social media.

Stream and Share “Belligerent” on: Spotify | Apple Music | Soundcloud

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