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Enjoy The Ride On ‘Training Wheels’ by Callie Young
With her new single “Training Wheels,” Callie Young delivers a sonic experience that feels as much like a cinematic journey as it does a heartfelt song. The Southwest Colorado native, now thriving in Nashville, masterfully blends her folk roots with indie pop’s ethereal textures, creating a sound that’s both timeless and contemporary.
The song’s lyrical concept—using a bike ride as a metaphor for the unpredictable ride of life—is elegantly simple yet profoundly effective. Callie’s imagery invites listeners to reflect on their own moments of instability and growth.
Instrumentally, “Training Wheels” feels like a wide-open landscape. Layers of acoustic guitar, subtle strings, and ambient synths ebb and flow like a film score, building an emotional resonance that matches the song’s introspective tone. The bridge, in particular, soars with its cascading melodies and dynamic rhythms, evoking the feeling of racing downhill with the wind in your hair.
Callie’s vocal delivery is equally cinematic. Her voice is tender yet commanding, drawing you into the heart of the song. She’s not just singing; she’s painting a vivid picture with every word, making it easy to lose yourself in the world she’s created.
“Training Wheels” is a beautifully crafted piece that showcases Callie Young’s ability to create music that’s both deeply personal and universally resonant. It’s a track that invites listeners to buckle up, let go, and enjoy the ride.
London-based multi-instrumentalist and producer Waz-u returns with his second album, Preludes: Dusk Psalms, set for release on 16 May 2025 via independent label Biodiversity. The 15-track record further refines the artistic depth of his debut, blending electronic textures and classical compositional techniques in an intricate, immersive listening experience.
Ahead of the album release, Waz-u is dropping an exclusive vocal version of ‘Vermillion: G Major’ from the album, accompanied by its original instrumental version. ‘Vermillion’ with Lilyg will be released on 18 April 2025, evoking intimate indie-folk and pop and follows the release of a vocal version of ‘Lament’ with Tom Norrington. ‘The singles are a way to give a voice to the atmosphere of the record and to lyrically encapsulate some of the themes explored,’ explains Waz-u. ‘Lily and Tom are good friends of mine and have both been listening to early iterations of these preludes – it felt right to involve them directly on this record.’
‘Preludes: Dusk Psalms’ marks a new branch of Waz-u’s emerging sound, guided by the duality of tradition and innovation. Combining his musical roots in early ‘90s dub techno and classical music, the album weaves carefully layered synthesizers and electronics to evoke the ambience of sacred music — from the gentle timbres of a choir or an organ to the quiet, open, and reverberating spaces of a church. Also featured throughout the album is experimental musician G9 LUV, who creates textures and drones by bowing his bass guitar, resulting in cello-like sounds. The release follows Waz-u’s 2024 debut LP, Prayer For Dawn, which merged dub, techno, and electronica in an exploration of the ritualistic traditions associated with both organized religion and dance.
Bringing the album’s themes to life, Waz-u will celebrate the release of Preludes: Dusk Psalms with a special performance at Our Holy Redeemer in Clerkenwell, London on 14 May 2025. Set against the church’s resonant acoustics, the event will feature live performance arrangements, including a choir, with further details to be announced soon.
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