Great new music from Justin Wardrobe, the stylistic distinction intertwined with songwriting that naturally enthrals. The lyrics and melody of Cotton Candy Fair connect seamlessly, an intentional deep-dive into the personal search for understanding and purpose, following a descending tune that’s somewhat singer-songwriter-esque with a twist of the Chilli Peppers.
Meanwhile, the sitar and hand rhythms carve out a new-age groove that’s equally enchanting, as we fall deeper under the spell of this electro-pop arrangement and song that’s bursting with individuality.
The patterns become quite addictive throughout Cotton Candy Fair, that melody rolling and falling over like waves, the chord progression following suit. The words are poetic and poignant, genuine but also easy to make your own, and as the song evolves, these words and melodies, the subtle shifts in rhythm, all present a deeper sense of hypnosis – right through to the suddenness of the title and middle-8. It’s almost like a meditative process, a feeling of falling further into the beautiful chaos of the moment – a certain escapism that’s original whilst being both soothing and provocative.
All of these qualities ring loud throughout the Justin Wardrobe catalogue, but in many ways, Cotton Candy Fair is its own unmistakable and addictively engaging release, and it speaks volumes on behalf of the imaginative and heartfelt creativity of the artist.
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