Adam Exler is an artist who understands what it means to feel music before he ever learned how to make it. At the tender age of twelve, he encountered the raw, aching soul of B.B. King’s “The Thrill Is Gone”, and in that moment, a fire was lit. It wasn’t just the blues guitar or the voice of a legend—it was the emotional gravity behind the notes that compelled a young Adam Goodley to seek out his own voice. He found that voice at the keys of a piano. Today, that spark has evolved into a roaring blaze, and his newest single, “Rise,” proves it’s burning brighter than ever.
After graduating with honors as a standout tennis player from Buckley School, Adam pursued the call of music with resolute focus, refining his talents at The Grove School of Music, where he deepened his abilities in songwriting and singing. With the stage name Adam Exler, he formed the band Everblue and released the self-titled debut album “Everblue”, a raw yet compelling introduction to his signature blend of soulful vocals, expressive keyboard work, and genre-defying songwriting. Despite a modest budget, the album opened doors to iconic Los Angeles venues like The Viper Room, The Coconut Teaszer, and The House of Blues, setting the tone for what was to come.
His original track “No Pain” became a sleeper sensation on GarageBand.com, earning no less than four major honors, including #1 Best Blues/Rock Vocals of All Time. That was followed by “Baby’s Lullaby,” a heartfelt ode to his son, which climbed to #2 on the New Music Weekly AC/Hot AC Main Chart, #2 on the Indie Chart, and cracked the Top 10 on the Hot 100, reaching #1 in major markets like Nashville, St. Louis, Atlanta, and Los Angeles.
Now, in 2025, Adam Exler is redefining his sound and reaching new artistic heights with the electrifying single “Rise”—a bold, emotionally resonant anthem for the modern era. At once cinematic, infectious, and deeply human, “Rise” captures a sentiment that is both personal and universal: the quiet yet unbreakable determination to live with purpose and without fear.
From the first beat, “Rise” immerses you in a lush sonic landscape—mid-tempo electro-pop-rock with a heartbeat. A bouncy rhythm drives the song forward, while thick, energetic basslines provide a grounded foundation for soaring guitar riffs and passionate vocal work. With a vocal delivery that glides effortlessly between smooth pop melodies and pointed, punchy rap-infused verses, Exler proves he’s not just a singer or a keyboardist—he’s a commanding storyteller. The track’s chorus erupts like a sunrise, cathartic and unforgettable: a stadium-sized hook designed to echo in your chest long after the song ends.
But what truly elevates “Rise” is its emotional intelligence. This isn’t just an uplifting song—it’s a clarion call. A call to every soul who has ever been told they weren’t enough. A message for dreamers, fighters, survivors. Without resorting to clichés or empty optimism, Exler crafts lyrics that feel lived-in and genuine. “It’s a song about gratitude,” he says, “about choosing to stand up not in anger, but in joy—for yourself, your truth, your community.” In a world weighed down by noise and negativity, “Rise” offers a powerful alternative: hope with backbone, beauty with bite.
That balance between emotional depth and pop sensibility has long defined Exler’s artistry. His albums “The Writings on the Wall” and “You” continued that trend, with “You” in particular standing out thanks to a remarkable collaborative ensemble: producer Mark J. Vincent (of Stanley Clarke, Dionne Warwick, Vin Diesel) on guitar and synths; Fernando Jaramillo (of Beto Cuevas, Don Grusin) on drums; David Hughes (Chaka Khan, Melissa Etheridge) on bass; and Felice Hernandez (Neil Young, Josh Groban, Michael McDonald) on backup vocals. The result? A refined yet soulful musical offering that showed off Exler’s growth not only as a singer, but as a visionary.
His recording of “Dreamers” alongside Matt Melodious Coe and the legendary Stuart Epps (Elton John, George Harrison, Led Zeppelin) confirms that Exler is a name that belongs in the same sentence as the greats—not because he imitates them, but because he channels that same timeless spirit of expression and sincerity.
A man of many talents—multi-instrumentalist, composer, performer—Adam Exler continues to climb. His catalog includes an EP mixed by Craig Bauer (Kanye West, Lupe Fiasco) and mastered by Dave Collins (Bruce Springsteen, Sting, Don Henley), and now his latest track “Rise” has once again captured the full emotional spectrum of his artistry.
Having already opened for icons like Howard Jones at City National Grove of Anaheim, Canned Heat at The Whiskey, and Tito Y Tarantula at The Canyon Club, Adam Exler continues to solidify his place as a torchbearer for authentic, heartfelt, and fiercely modern music. “Rise” is not just another single—it’s a mission statement. A song that dares you to dream bigger, to live louder, and to love without apology. Turn the volume up. Stand a little taller. And get ready to Rise.
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