World Away has the effect of instantly putting the breaks on – stopping you in your tracks and calming the soul to a point of deep contemplation and wonder.
Music
Acoustic pop-rock, with long-form vocals and a rise-up for the distorted hook – Joe Bland hits the scene with a metaphorical anthem of uniquely characterful origins.
Piano-led simplicity lays bare a ballad-like setting, as songwriter and artist Peace Simon delivers a heartfelt ode to spirituality.
Deep rhythms and contrasting lighter tones back up a uniquely delicate vocal lead, as Night Writerz deliver a profoundly emotive debut, with See You On The Other Side.
A thoughtfully-crafted new collection of intricate, cinematic compositions – designed to guide listeners through a Sacred Japanese landscape and wabi-sabi philosophy.
The live experience holds appeal, while the music presents a swirling realm of melody and rhythm, and the voice continues to pour through with equal parts seductive charm, personality and precision.
Urgency and passion unite with a warming sense of possibility, as we rise up to consider the implications of not forgiving, and the freedom of actually choosing to forgive – both ourselves, and those around us.
It’s a hard truth to swallow, and the progression from the poetic imagery and joy of ‘Has the sun been a little warmer?’, to the ultimate self-scorn of ‘I must have been horrible’ is fiercely on point.
Recently released as a deluxe version with 11 tracks in total, Homebound features the likes of an infectious and impressive Overtime, and proceeds to keep things stylish and versatile throughout.
Introducing a bold fusion of styles in the form of what the band themselves define as Anti-western, 0101 deliver an addictively catchy, unique and uplifting style.
These qualities essentially blend professionalism, skill, and an unapologetic love for the playfulness of composition, and they stand tall throughout Acid Funk’s repertoire.
Releasing in solidarity with Ukraine, Steve Major’s latest single Torn brings immersive production and gritty rock vocals together amidst a heartfelt, alt-pop arrangement of passion and power.