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OWBY Explores Love and Resilience in New Anthem “Closer”
OWBY, an anonymous digital artist and songwriter, delivers a profound exploration of love, uncertainty, and the search for meaning in his latest single, “Closer.” A genre-defying anthem, the track weaves together melancholic sonics with uplifting messages, offering listeners a powerful narrative of resilience and healing.
Built on a foundation of grand instrumentation, “Closer” masterfully blends elements of New Wave, early 2000s R&B, modern hip-hop, and electro to create a deeply immersive sonic experience. Intricate plucks and beats punctuate the refreshing vocals, guiding the listener through a journey of perseverance and hope. The song’s themes center around time as a healer, pushing us toward brighter futures despite the struggles that may weigh us down.
OWBY’s emotional vocal delivery and captivating production showcase his unique ability to blur the lines between music, technology, and visual storytelling. The enigmatic artist continues to push boundaries with his innovative approach to sound and narrative, crafting human stories that resonate on both emotional and sonic levels.
“Closer” cements OWBY’s status as a fresh and powerful talent, drawing us into his evolving musical world with each release. As he continues to intrigue audiences with his ability to fuse sound and story, OWBY’s place in the digital music landscape only grows stronger.
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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