Arrlo is a gritty, raw, and unapologetic alt-pop-rock music project based out of Las Vegas, Nevada. Known as Sunni off the stage, he has always been drawn to music as a way to make sense of what made him feel different. From a young age, Sunni always felt a deep, unshakable sense that he wasn’t quite like everyone else. But back then, he didn’t have the words to explain it, nor the understanding to make sense of it. He would spend countless hours glued to the screen, mesmerized by the music videos on MTV, VH1, and BET. Watching his favorite artists pour their hearts out in live performances on DVDs became his lifeline. With every note and every lyric, he felt a spark of possibility ignite. He thought, “If I can become that good—if I can write undeniably captivating songs and perform like that—maybe, just maybe, people will see me for who I really am and look past what they don’t understand.” Above all, young Sunni yearned to be loved for the person he kept hidden inside.
To embrace the artist and man he was meant to be, Sunni realized he couldn’t stay in the shadows forever. Through research, education, and the power of connection on social media, he took the brave step of coming out as a transman, embarking on a journey of self-discovery and empowerment. Despite the challenges he faced, Sunni's mission became clear: to inspire others to show up in the world as their authentic selves. For him, music transcends boundaries—it's a universal language. He carries a message rooted in compassion and humanity, hoping to embody the teachings of Jesus: to love the stranger, to love your neighbor, and to foster a world where unity is cherished above divisive doctrines. With his vision of building an “Army of Angels,” Sunni dreams of uniting people from all walks of life, encouraging them to focus on shared humanity instead of the differences that divide them.
When Sunni's Grandma Shera was a teenager, she had a high school sweetheart named Arlo. They married right after graduating, but their happiness was short-lived as Arlo joined the army shortly after. During boot camp, tragedy struck. While crawling out of a hole during training, a drill sergeant kicked Arlo in the head. Suspecting a concussion, Arlo went to the medical unit, where tests revealed something far more devastating—brain cancer. Within months, he passed away, leaving Shera a young widow just half a year into their marriage.
Life is fragile and fleeting, and Sunni has always felt a strong desire to live it with deep purpose, something Arlo never had the chance to do. The life Sunni's family knows today would not exist without that painful series of events. Shera’s journey has been a mix of sorrow and resilience, one worthy of a movie. A few years ago, she was diagnosed with dementia, but her first love remains a constant in her memories and her heart—a love she will never lose. To honor the profound impact Arlo had on Shera’s life, Sunni decided to name his project after the man who meant so much to his grandmother.
In today’s music world, where trends often overshadow deeper meaning, Arrlo stands out by bringing something essential back into focus: intention. Sure, anyone can create great music and captivate on stage, but what truly sets someone apart? Arrlo aims to deliver a powerful message—a message rooted in compassion for others, regardless of whether we fully understand their struggles. He is not tied to any religious or political agenda, except for promoting one vital idea: love your neighbor. It’s a timeless value that modern society, and even some religious groups, seem to have forgotten.
Arrlo rejects the harmful stereotypes that label people like him as unworthy. He doesn’t see himself defined by fire and brimstone imagery. Instead, he believes that society's outcasts are not demonic but angelic, bearing wings and halos instead of horns and claws. Being different doesn’t mean being destined for punishment or suffering. Our worth should be measured by the kindness in our hearts and the way we treat others, not by personal choices made to finally feel comfortable and happy in our own skin. After all, people alter their appearances all the time—it’s part of self-expression and self-love.
Arrlo is here for the black sheep, the misunderstood, the lost, the insecure, and the broken. He opens his heart and his wings to embrace anyone who feels left out or cast aside. His love extends to all his neighbors, and he is endlessly curious about the stories of those whom society often disregards. In Arrlo’s home, there’s always room for those who are willing to show respect and thoughtfulness toward others. Hatred, hypocrisy, and ignorance? Leave it at the door. Welcome to the neighborhood.
Arrlo just recently released his first single "Prescott", off of his upcoming EP Heaven Sent.
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