We caught up with Interscope recording artist Arin Ray this month for our Civil Scope feature and learned a little bit more about the X-Factor alum.

Arin on writing credits

My first actual writing credit I’m not even credited. I did some vocals on the PinkPrint album for Nicki Minaj on the song “Favorite”.

Being a self-produced artist

Most definitely, I feel like when you can do all things it sets you apart. Not everybody writes their own songs, not everybody produces their music and I think it’s a dope things about me and I do that.

Read the full interview here.

Today the singer/songwriter drops off a new visual to fan favorite ‘Stressin’ directed by Kenneth Wynn, off his debut album Platinum Fire. The video shows off the nuanced relationship problems every couple goes through in a dimly lit and romantic way. Check out the new video and let us know what you think.

Don’t miss Arin Ray performing at Smoking Grooves on June 16 in Long Beach, California.