Zach Paradis Makes Peace Through Chaos in His New Single Hurricane

By Robert White, Editor-In-Chief

For Cleveland-born, LA-based artist Zach Paradis, music has always been a mirror—a place where reflection, emotion, and evolution intertwine. From his roots as the youngest of nine in a boisterous, music-filled Ohio household to stages across the country on the “Phases” North American tour, Paradis continues to reveal more of himself through every lyric and loop. His latest single, Hurricane, is no exception.

“I wrote this song about finding peace in someone when life feels like a storm around you,” Paradis shared. “Some people have a way of bringing a calm to chaos, like the eye of a hurricane. Even if it's just for a short while, they can make everything okay when they're with you.”

Though listeners have interpreted the song as a romantic ode, Paradis is quick to reveal its deeper, bittersweet undertones. “It’s funny,” he said, “people think it's a happy love song, but to me, it’s a thank-you and a goodbye. It was about a relationship that didn’t last, but for a moment, it gave me clarity.”

Raised in a home where music of every genre filled the halls—from his father's funk records to his siblings’ jazz and singer-songwriter playlists—Paradis naturally absorbed a broad spectrum of influences. “My mom forced all of us to take piano lessons,” he laughed. “But I fell in love with drums first, then picked up guitar later, and that’s what I use to perform now. I’ve kind of become a jack of all trades, musically.”

But Zach’s path to artistry didn’t begin on the stage. It started behind the scenes in Atlanta, where he cut his teeth as an audio engineer. “Helping other artists bring their sound to life made me realize I had something to say, too,” he said. “That’s when I started shifting toward writing and performing my own stuff.”

His transition from engineer to solo artist wasn’t just professional—it was personal. Paradis’ music blends genres with ease, drawing from hip-hop’s rhythm, pop’s hooks, and R&B’s soul, all grounded in the intimacy of singer-songwriter storytelling. “It’s like if Ed Sheeran and Dominic Fike had a musical baby,” he joked, “that’s the sound I’m aiming for.”

What sets Paradis apart is the emotional authenticity he brings to his work. Writing, for him, is both therapy and revelation. “A lot of the songs are just me trying to work through emotions in real time,” he said. “It’s wild—sometimes I think I’m writing something too specific for anyone else to understand, and then I release it and people go, ‘Wow, I felt that exact same thing.’”

His process is as freeform as his sound. “Sometimes I start with a melody, sometimes a phrase or emotion,” he explained. “And yeah, I’ll admit it—AutoTune mumble sessions are part of it too. It helps unlock melodies in a way that’s fun and pressure-free.”

This unfiltered approach to creativity is what makes Hurricane so effective. It’s not just a song—it’s a sentiment, wrapped in shimmering chords and anchored by a simple truth: even fleeting peace can leave a lasting impact.

Currently, Paradis is bringing that truth on the road as direct support for Abe Parker on the Phases tour, crisscrossing the country through May. “Touring has been amazing,” he said. “It’s the final form of the music. Playing live is the ultimate test—just you, the crowd, and the songs, stripped down. I even use a loop pedal to give each song its own unique shape.”

For fans, this tour offers more than just a performance. “It’s intimate,” Paradis added. “We meet people in line, hang out after the show, and the acoustic setup gives the songs a different life. Plus, I’m previewing a new unreleased track, so it’s definitely worth coming out.”

From studios in Atlanta to stages in NYC, Zach Paradis is proving that self-discovery isn’t a destination—it’s a rhythm. And with every track, every show, and every storm he writes through, he brings listeners a little closer to finding calm in their own chaos.

Catch Zach Paradis on tour now and stream Hurricane on all major platforms. For music, merch, and tickets, follow him @zachparadis on Instagram and TikTok.

Listen to the full interview with Zach on The Savoir Faire Audio Experience.