Now for something creatively pure and beautifully refreshing. An intriguingly named Major Bummer! blend genres in a wonderfully expressive way, with this poetically immersive hit of sound-design and intimate, reflective writing.
Initially presenting a sort of shoegaze-esque, dream-rock vibe, with mellow tendencies and organic and electronic layers subtly intertwined, On The Moon soon welcomes in a raspy, Macy Gray-style vocal lead – soulful and soft, seductive and interesting. With this we get a series of short lines that feel melodically new and conceptually fascinating.
Slowly but surely, the imagery and the implications offer a powerful hit of escapism – an appropriate response considering the personal lyrical journey towards the hypnotic repeat of ‘I’m on the moon’.
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The single eventually becomes incredibly relatable, and in the same instance the pace ramps up a little, the layers multiply – additional vocals and intricacies build up towards a warm, anthem-like level of colour and connection.
Suddenly we’re craving the festival performance, a moment of oneness between strangers and friends as we all willingly succumb to Major Bummer’s charm and enchantment.
Brilliant song-writing, gorgeously crafted and captured for release. A personal favourite single from the summer season.
Download On The Moon via Apple. Check out Major Bummer! on Instagram.