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With Mister 808, The Bapti$$ crafts a stirring, minimalist anthem that celebrates the soulful pulse of the classic 808 and the strength found in restraint.

Raised in Saskatchewan and now residing on the archipelago of Haida Gwaii, British Columbia, The Bapti$$—the new musical project from multi-instrumentalist Joseph LaPlante—presents “Mister 808,” a raw and captivating track that blends the lush, soulful tones of acoustic guitars with the driving force of the iconic 808 bass drum. This new single is an ode to simplicity and the beauty of God's creation, capturing a sound that is as confident and peaceful as it is ambitious.

The Bapti$$, a project born from LaPlante's mid-career rebirth, marks a turning point in his artistic journey, and “Mister 808” encapsulates the essence of his growth. The song's narrative comes from LaPlante’s longstanding love for the 808 bass drum and his reverence for both family and faith. It’s a sonic reflection of the artist's world, melding the powerful foundation of the 808 with the introspective beauty of acoustic music.

“I am inspired by the beauty of God’s creation and the love of family,” says LaPlante. “‘Mister 808’ feels like the sun emerging from rain clouds on a misty west coast morning.”

The song merges two of LaPlante’s musical passions—the legendary 808 bass and acoustic guitars—creating a sound that is unlike anything currently in mainstream music. With its sparse, minimalistic production, “Mister 808” allows the song's raw emotions, melodies, and lyrics to shine through.

“The 808 drum has been central to my creative journey,” LaPlante explains. “Since I’ve been a creative in the music game, my main go-to sounds have been the 808 bass drum and acoustic guitars. This song is a love letter to that iconic sound.”

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