The Journey – Secrets

This is so well done. The groove, the vocals, that brooding synth bass that lands in the chorus is clean. Its an upbeat house number that lets each element breath to be truly appreciated. The sound design and overall production are top notch.

If this tracks hits it for you, be sure to check out their other single, ‘Chasing

Lyrics:
It’s like there’s nothing for us, empty road for miles,
heavy conversations, cast out the bedroom eyes.
I see the smile before me, but feel a different side,
amongst the lies and regrets, deep where the secrets hide,

Does she feel the way I (feel) when it falls apart? (ah)
Does she know my secrets (feel) like she knows my heart? (ah)
And when she hears I’m leaving (feel) for a different start, (ah)
will she feel the way I (feel), when its torn apart? (ah)

Cold as ice by evening, her breath consumes the sky,
while I’m escaping reason, caught up my hands are tied.
And I could show my weakness, give you everything,
but you’re escaping long before I asked what could have been,

Does she feel the way I (feel) when it falls apart? (ah)
Does she know my secrets (feel) like she knows my heart? (ah)
And when she hears I’m leaving (feel) for a different start, (ah)
will she feel the way I (feel), when its torn apart? (ah)

And its enough to break this young man down.
Aint no truth laid in this town,
except the secrets that Ive found.
Storms ahead all look to break me down,
when the current lets us drown,
asking when you’re not around.

Does she feel the way I (feel) when it falls apart? (ah)
Does she know my secrets (feel) like she knows my heart? (ah)
And when she hears I’m leaving (feel) for a different start, (ah)
will she feel the way I (feel), when its torn apart? (ah)

Does she feel the way I (feel) when it falls apart? (ah)
Does she know my secrets (feel) like she knows my heart? (ah)
And when she hears I’m leaving (feel) for a different start, (ah)
will she feel the way I (feel), when its torn apart? (ah)

Does she feel the way I (feel) when it falls apart? (ah)
Does she know my secrets (feel) like she knows my heart? (ah)
And when she hears I’m leaving (feel) for a different start, (ah)
will she feel the way I (feel), when its torn apart? (ah)

Darkstates – Flood

Evolving landscape of sonic textures and a subtle driving beat propels the track. The vocal melody is introspective and heart yearning. The dissonant muted piano adds another layer of ambiguity. The build on the track keeps the listener engaged to the very end. Love the synth arp that is revealed at the end. On of my favorite tracks this year.

Uma x Lucy Lu – Bring Me The Mountain

Beautiful atmosphere with delicate vocals from Uma. Uma’s vocals are intimate and warm, they just draw you into her world. The pulsing bass with a slight wobble adds to the overall vibe. I really like the give and take between Uma and Lucy Lu (Luke Bower). The track has overtones of Trip-Hop but is most definitely its own creature. Has a bit of the Dub Step with its bass wobble and dystopian drums that are filtered to just a heart beat.