Bear the Astronot

I’m Bear the Astronot, an Arizona-born artist, producer, and songwriter who makes music that’s honest, unpredictable, and a little hard to define. I’ve always had a deep respect for Hip-Hop, and I feel incredibly fortunate that I get to mold it into something that feels true to my life and my experiences.

I grew up in the Grand Canyon National Park and on the Navajo reservation in Northern Arizona, and I’ve since moved back to Flagstaff, Arizona to stay connected to those roots. My music is a reflection of where I come from—sometimes it’s raw and introspective, other times it’s loud and rebellious. I love mixing Hip-Hop beats with sounds from folk, Americana, electronic, country, and anything else that catches my ear. Sometimes it’s magic, sometimes it’s not—but that’s what keeps things interesting.

I’m not much for trends, and I’m terrible at making myself look cool online. But I hope that doesn’t stop you from listening. My goal has always been to create music that feels real, and if something in my sound resonates with you—or even if it doesn’t—I’d love to hear your thoughts. I welcome anyone to reach out and share what they think.

I started my own boutique record label and music group called 1st Drop Music to help support other independent artists like me. If you’d like to hear more, check out 1stDropMusic.com.

🎧 Listen to Bear the Astronot on Spotify and explore a sound that’s as unique as the place I call home.