Youthful optimism elevates the raw DIY sound of Levon’s latest ode to love. You’re My Guardian (Of My Galaxy) brings together a warped indie soundscape of guitars and retro rhythm, with a Hip Hop top line that fearlessly displays a deep-running gratitude for the love and company of a significant other.
Distinctly home-made for its mixing and mic pops, there’s nothing to hide behind in terms of effects and overtones – Levon keeps things real and honest both lyrically and in his delivery throughout this sub-three-minute release.
The flow is varied to a subtle degree, but for the most part maintains an old-school spoken pace, and always makes sure to resolve to a recognisable hook repeat – a structural choice renowned amidst thoughtful songwriting.
Despite its minimalism, there’s a heartfelt depth and metaphorical edge to You’re My Guardian (Of My Galaxy), something that’s usually quite rare in Rap and Hip Hop. Levon is unafraid of getting vulnerable and celebrating the things that matter. As such, this release is easy to recognise, and it will be interesting to hear where else the music takes Levon in the coming months and years.
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