Having started her journey in perhaps the reverse direction to most contemporary producers and artists, UAE’s Sarah R Jay emerged as if already a legendary sound designer and songwriter – churning out high-quality and timeless EDM releases, both of instrumental divinity and conceptual depth.
While her subject matter has always been heartfelt and thoughtful, the music and the intricate detail and passion with which she creates, has taken precedence stylistically.
Most artists begin with something deeply personal, and progress towards skill along that pathway of trial and error. Sarah R Jay began with inherent skill and audience appeal, and proceeded to then carve out an increasingly personal identity as a modern producer – thus strengthening her connection with listeners exponentially as each new track hit the scene.
Enter the latest release, a phenomenal single and video, offering a unique glimpse into the creative producer’s own journey through life.
“Through darkest days, I found my light.”
THE SUN WITHIN is a huge anthem of a dance-pop track, blending tribal and industrial rhythms with euphoric synths and impassioned, catchy vocals. Then interwoven amidst this, we hear a song devoted to the neurological challenges of life, including depression, and the impact of solitude, from an individual whom ultimately found solace and healing through the unrivalled power of music and singing.
THE SUN WITHIN provides a near-four-minute dose of inspiring escapism, built around a three-chord piano pattern that rises and falls, evolving intensely, with layers of Sarah’s unmistakable voice and fearlessly poetic lyrics guiding the way.
The music rises and grows, uplifting listeners for its summertime celebration and beauty, whilst promising an infectious degree of possibility and hope, which resounds through both the lyrics and the incomparable warmth and gratitude of the sound.
Reinforcing the high-quality power and ability of Sarah’s production, are the three additional versions of The Sun Within – including a phenomenal instrumental version, which is equally distinct and euphoric as it floods the airwaves. This cinematic take is instantly gripping, and lets the imagination of the listener fully guide them through their own inspiring journey of memory and positivity united.
We’re also once again gifted a Vocal Remix version, and a sublime nostalgic Piano Version, to further underline the creativity and emotional connection that rings loud throughout the Sarah R Jay creative catalogue. The music means something real, and the various versions highlight the complex feelings and moods that accompany the artistic journey, and each has its place within the spectrum of what we seek out within the embrace of music.
Noting almost 60,000 monthly listeners on Spotify alone – stream the repertoire, and follow Sarah R Jay on Instagram.
