In Video: 'ARIatHOME' brings fresh beats to New York's streets

From Bedroom to Streets: The Rise of Ariome

It starts casually. Do you guys want this? You want this? Then within seconds, two absolute strangers create what can only be described as musical magic. For 25-year-old Ari Miller, what started as a hobby during the peak of lockdown has now grown into his full-time job.

A Beat in the Street

Ari, who has more than two million followers across Tik Tok, Instagram, Twitch, and YouTube, sets out with his 50-pound mobile studio rig, a cameraman, and brings his Twitch subscribers along for the ride. He crafts original beats, from hip-hop to reggae, and jams out with people who have a knack for freestyling.

Creating for Self-Expression

For Ari, music is not just a hobby, but a creative outlet and primary form of self-expression. "I just like the act of creating anything," he says. "Everyone likes music. I see music just mostly as like a creative outlet of sort of my main form of like self-expression."

Serendipitous Encounters

In just eight months, Ari has interacted with a range of people, including chance meetings with celebrities like Wayne Brady and rapper Ray Vaughn of TDE, the same record label as Kendrick Lamar.

A Journey of Connection

Regardless of what platform it’s on, Ari is committed to making music and bringing his followers along for the journey. "I think just feel good, feel joyous, feel like the world doesn’t have to be all bad," he hopes his followers take away from the videos. "That like strangers can connect."

Trying It Out

I joined Ari on one of his street performances and, with a little bit of encouragement, tried freestyling myself. The result was a fun and cathartic experience that left me feeling energized and uplifted.

Conclusion

Ariome’s journey is a testament to the power of creativity, connection, and community. With his infectious energy and passion for music, Ari is inspiring others to tap into their own creative potential and find joy in the unexpected.