PIMLR x Rolling Stone Japan
Inside the Creative Process of Relatives and Cousins, Vol. 1
Party In My Living Room x Rolling Stone Japan
Party In My Living Room has always existed at the intersection of culture, community, and experimentation. What started as an intimate IRL gathering evolved into a global platform for music, ideas, and collaboration. That evolution is at the heart of Relatives and Cousins, Vol. 1—and it’s why this project caught the attention of Rolling Stone Japan.
In a recent interview, I sat down with Rolling Stone Japan to unpack the creative philosophy behind Relatives and Cousins, Vol. 1, a project that reimagines how music can be created, curated, and shared in the modern era.
More Than an Album — A Creative Ecosystem
Relatives and Cousins, Vol. 1 isn’t just a compilation. It’s a reflection of how artists already work in real life—collaboratively, fluidly, and without rigid boundaries. The project brings together producers, songwriters, and artists who feel connected not by contracts, but by shared creative DNA.
The idea was simple:
Create a space where experimentation is encouraged, where relationships matter, and where the process is just as important as the final product.
Technology as a Creative Partner, Not a Replacement
One of the most discussed elements of the album is the integration of AI tools, including Suno, into the creative workflow. The interview clarifies an important distinction: AI was never used to replace human creativity—it was used to spark it.
In practice, that meant:
Using AI to explore new melodic ideas and structures
Accelerating ideation without sacrificing artistic intent
Allowing artists to respond emotionally and creatively to new prompts
The result is music that still feels human, soulful, and intentional—just created with an expanded set of tools.
Why This Moment Matters
We’re in a pivotal era for music. Independent platforms are reshaping power structures, artists are reclaiming ownership, and technology is challenging long-held assumptions about authorship and creativity.
Relatives and Cousins, Vol. 1 lives in that tension—honoring tradition while pushing forward. It’s hip-hop rooted in community, innovation, and trust.
A Global Conversation
Having this story told through Rolling Stone Japan underscores something we’ve always believed at PIMLR: culture travels. The ideas behind this project—collaboration, experimentation, and community—resonate far beyond borders.
This is just the beginning.
👉🏾 Read the full Rolling Stone Japan interview here:
https://rollingstonejapan.com/articles/detail/44053/1/1/1