Big-band production and heartfelt sentiments light up the anthemic pop-rock intentions of songwriter MatteoM. His single and video release Change Of Heart marks a fine introduction to the open and honest, inspiring nature of his writing, and showcases the strength of the riffs and hooks that brighten up his nostalgic progressions in each and every case.
Emotionally loaded, passionate and elevated by a supreme arrangement of guitars, keys, bass, live drums and backing vocals, a simple and intimate song is gifted a much brighter status, and effectively leaves its hook and title roaming through the mind even after the song has ended.
From scornful reflection and relationship realism to the floor-filler, disco-esque appreciation of a special friend, Starlight sees MatteoM shift gears distinctly on the style and production front, and lead with a more Depeche Mode-esque vocal depth.
This one talks of the good times, celebrates the raves and the dances that made such good memories. All the while a retro electro-pop set-up highlights the clear versatility of artist and singer MatteoM.
More recently, MatteoM’s single Baby Hold Me features the additional talents of Kate del Rio, and drives with distinctly gentle, thoughtful and poetic vocals. There’s a sense of rising anticipation in the soundscape, as the lyrics adopt a clearly more introspective aura, and as we do indeed build towards a mighty and impassioned crescendo.
Ultimately a celebration of love and togetherness, Baby Hold Me again shines light on the unlimited creativity of MatteoM. The style is a kind of synth-wave to trip hop ambient calm, with a quirky pop dynamic between the two vocalists, and an artistic evolution from uncertainty and sadness to absolute optimism and positivity.
That shift is massively impactful, and as the music gathers momentum we become immersed in and uplifted by this realm of electric guitars, tumbling rhythms, and cascading voices.
Despite the eclecticism of these three songs, what unites them is the unmistakable sense of purpose and honesty in the writing, and the somewhat humble, accessible simplicity of the leading voice. MatteoM writes and performs with integrity and heart, and that lights up each and every one of his songs.
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