The satisfying evocative embrace of soulful pop rock, with a metaphorical edge and melody that naturally draw you in. Benjamin Andrews’ latest release is an impressively clever take on the concept of being attracted to or even loving someone who exists entirely in their own little world.
Promising two distinct versions, the original single for Your Satellite follows raspy and honest vocals through a four-chord progression blending subtle harmonies, guitars, mellow drums, strings, and rising passion. There’s a certain warmth from the keys and guitars combined that lets the anthemic, almost ballad-like peak of the song really sweep you off your feet.
Meanwhile we get these space-themed lyrics painting a picture that’s original but relatable, and there are instrumental refrains in between, certain guitar sounds and solos, that further the universal, lunar-esque vibe of the song.
The play on words is immense in its consistency, a songwriting style that’s exceedingly focused and features multiple references to the pull of gravity and the depth and vastness of space at large, all carefully connecting to this idea of adoration and desire in still wanting to be that someone special; the satellite that finally bridges the gap.
With subtle neo-classical strings, keys and lush guitar sounds, the arrangement and performance are beautiful here, and what’s more, there’s something completely unexpected yet all the more uplifting and euphoric about the drum and bass remix of Your Satellite.
Combining the initial warmth and passion of the song, with an energising and brightly coloured electronic dance arena of rhythms and synths, the DnB Remix of Your Satellite adds another aspect of relevance to the song’s artistic core.
The remix lights up the space in a way that feels more like a celebration of difference than a struggle to find intimacy and connection with a significant other. The two versions are both instantly recognisable, great additions to the repertoire, perhaps even highlights from it, and Benjamin Andrew’s voice in both topic and tone shines with character, charm, and honest emotional realism at every step.
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