With Double Vision Vol.2 landing last November, Jett Blyton is stepping into a new era. One that feels louder, sharper, and surer of itself. The rising artist has been quietly building momentum, turning introspection into energy, and emotion into sound ever since his first full length body of work SLEEP ON THE ALTAR released in 2024.
Where Jett’s earlier work has hinted at potential, this new chapter delivers and makes his potential undeniable.
There’s a clarity to Jett’s vision, a sense of control in the chaos. His songs spill out with a rare mix of confidence and honesty, the kind that makes you feel like you’re catching someone mid-breakthrough. Jett sat down with CHRD Magazine to talk evolution, duality, and what it really takes to keep your artistry intact when the noise gets louder.
Interview by Cameron Doherty
CHRD: Double Vision Vol.2 feels like a continuation of the story. Where does this new chapter pick up emotionally and creatively for you?
Jett: The ethos behind Double Vision has always been my love letter to pop, discovery of sound and paying homage to those before me. Emotionally, a lot of the songs feel singular in their approach, though somehow, I’ve ended up writing about a lot of parties for volume two and being in that altered state of mind–seeing double, if you will. It’s kind of intentionally emotionally shallow, which sounds insane to say, but leaning into the cliche of it all was so much fun. It’s a blaring synth project, with a major early 2010’s energy throughout. Capital P Pop.
CHRD: How has your sound or mindset evolved since Vol. 1?
Jett: I am a completely different person! Everything is changing for me, and I feel a lot clearer about my creative vision and my future. I’m writing my best music right now. Lots of guitars. I can’t wait for people to hear it.
CHRD: What was inspiring you during the writing and recording process for this EP? Were there particular moments, people, or even visuals that sparked it?
Jett: During the recording process, I was inspired by Lady Gaga and Charli XCX. I think Charli XCX is one of the greatest artists of our time, and her music will age like wine. I was also inspired by, as aforementioned, the parties! I was going to a lot of parties when I was writing this and having so much fun. I think it rubbed off in the music.
CHRD: Do you feel like Double Vision represents two sides of yourself, or is it more about sound and experimentation?
Jett: Definitely more about sound and experimentation. I think it represents the funnest side of me though: when I’m at the pre’s, three Aperol spritz’ deep.
CHRD: How do you usually start building a song? Is it from lyrics, melody, or mood?
Jett: Always different! Sometimes I’ll start with a lyrical concept, but most of the time I’m starting with a melody and chords at the same time. I’m a huge melody guy. This project for me was super inspired by Swedish songwriting and the way words sound out loud more so than their meaning. I went in with that ethos for almost every song across both EPs.
CHRD: Was there a particular track on the EP that challenged you the most or surprised you once it came together?
Jett: Apeshit was a challenge to finish writing and turn out after the viral moment. It was super exciting, but I definitely felt the time crunch. There’s another song that didn’t make the cut, called Drip on Everything. That one took me ages to finish. Maybe it’ll see the light of day one day.
CHRD: You’ve built such a distinctive sonic identity. How do you balance growth while staying true to your core sound?
Jett: Truth be told, I think growth is my main priority. I want everything to feel like the way I feel right now. Releasing music in your teenage years is such a trip, because every day you’re waking up and changing, and by the time a song comes out after months of finalizing, you feel like it doesn’t quite represent you in the best way possible. I am so focused on creating a clearer picture for the new projects.
CHRD: Collaboration often shapes an artist’s sound, did anyone new or unexpected have an influence on Vol. 2?
Jett: Every person that worked on this project, I was a fan of before I was a friend. Every person that had any influence on this project, whether or not they know it, was such an inspiration to me at one point. Working with different people is so exciting and learning about the way different people write music is always such a learning experience.
CHRD: What kind of energy do you want people to feel when they listen through this EP?
Jett: I want people to dance.
CHRD: Lastly, what’s next after Double Vision Vol.2? Are you already thinking ahead to what comes next, or taking time to breathe this one in?
Jett: A mixtape full of guitars and ballads and smash hits and FUN! It’s going to be so fun. It’s coming sooner than you think.
There’s a refreshing sense of honesty when it comes to Jett, a maturity in the way he speaks about his craft, and an understanding that art isn’t meant to be perfect, just lived in. Between slick production, and the familiar bite of vulnerability, Jett’s next chapter feels like his most deliberate yet: confident, cinematic, and completely his own. If Double Vision Vol.1 was the introduction, this is the evolution.
Double Vision Vol.2 out on streaming platforms November 7th.
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