Unraveling the Tapestry of Able Heart

“There’s a full spectrum to my music,” Able Heart begins, his voice a mirror to the depth and diversity of his sound. “It started way darker, a lot of things that I went through in life,” he admits, hinting at a past marked by struggles and silence, now vocalized through his art. This spectrum isn’t confined to his music alone; it’s vividly illustrated in the living canvas of his skin.

“I’m blasting over old tattoos,” he shares, a metaphor for his life’s journey. “It’s kind of like my music,” he muses, “You evolve, and your art evolves with you.” His tattoos, once markers of a darker time, are now overlaid with images that reflect the man he’s become: a phoenix rising from the ashes of his past.

His mother’s influence, a constant beacon of support, is immortalized in ink on his skin. “My mom’s lips here,” he points to a seemingly fading tattoo on his forearm, “She always said, ‘You’re able to do anything your heart desires.’ That’s where ‘Able Heart’ comes from.” It’s not just a name; it’s a philosophy, a salute to the limitless potential within each of us.

The transition from a world-class snowboarder to a musician wasn’t without its scars — both physical and emotional. “I used to ride with a company that helped support people that couldn’t pay to travel and go to competitions,” he recounts, a nod to the community that once uplifted him, now mirrored in the Full of Heart Fam group he’s fostering through his music and online presence. The glimmer in his eyes as he speaks about his community only echoes how important the outreach to his fans truly is.

His continued commitment to his fans also comes through in a unique (but also seemingly popular) way. In discussing his virtual concerts, Able Heart’s enthusiasm is palpable. “They’re unique… intimate,” he says, his eyes lighting up. “It’s all about connecting with people, even if it’s through a screen.” This sense of connection, of reaching out and touching lives across the digital divide, is what drives him. “Music is the best funnel… for people listening and being able to resonate with things,” he explains.

Yet, it’s not just about the music or the tattoos; it’s about the journey — his relentless pursuit of happiness, his unwavering belief in the power of manifestation, and his dedication to helping others realize they’re not alone in their struggles. “I care about other people in the sense that, if they see something, I want them to also know that they’re able to do anything their heart desires,” he says, his voice earnest, his message clear.

Able Heart’s tattoos do more than decorate his skin — they tell his story, a narrative of overcoming, evolving, and embracing every facet of his being. From the sonic depths of his darkest hours to the vibrant beats of his brightest moments, his life is a testament to the power of resilience.

As we trace the contours of his tattoos, we’re not just observing art; we’re reading chapters of a living, breathing autobiography, one where every line, every note, and every cover sings of a heart that’s truly able.

Primary tattoo artist: Turk Jones at Chaotic Tattoo.