Somehow Still

A love for writing and music made creating an album a longtime dream. For years, the lack of fluency with instruments was a barrier. With the help of evolving technology, that hurdle was removed and Somehow Still was formed.


The first album Ash & Arc is a collection of songs built on deeply personal experiences. The first five songs (Ash) explore themes of struggle, burnout, and heartache, while the final six (Arc) reflect on the strength, healing, and beauty that followed.


Lyrics were carefully written and shaped over time. Vocals and production came together with hours of crafting a custom AI model. The goal was to create a soundtrack for struggle, growth, and everything in between.

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Ash & Arc

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Somehow Still is an independent music project by Cort McGinty. Ash & Arc being the first of hopefully many song collections.