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Sterling Spence Delivers Masterful EP ‘Someone Tried to Calm the Storm’

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Sterling Spence, the enigmatic music artist, returns with his latest offering, Someone Tried to Calm the Storm, a six-track EP.

The EP, crafted during a challenging time, explores themes of purpose, relationship end, and community resilience. Despite writing personal songs, Sterling Spence’s allusions to a vast cosmos provide depth and unease in his stories, reflecting the community’s resilience and resilience.

Someone Tried to Calm the Storm, features captivating melodies and instrumentation, with a captivating voice and melancholic connection that transports listeners into a world of gripping soundscapes.

When asked about the inspiration behind this new EP, Sterling Spence has the following to say;

“’Someone Tried to Calm the Storm’ is a celebration of the labors of love and an embrace of the people who remind us of our place in their hearts.”

With Sterling Spence’s quick rise to popularity in the music business, it’s safe to say that he has the future of indie-folk music in good hands. This engrossing EP skillfully blends a number of genre aspects to captivate listeners and highlight his range as a singer-songwriter.

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Etherdene’s “Forsaker” Captures the Power of Letting Go

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Etherdene’s ‘Forsaker’ is a revelation in both sound and sentiment. The track marks a new chapter in her career, blending the vulnerability of heartbreak with the resilience of moving on, all wrapped in an electrifying package of synth-pop and indie-pop. The result is a song that is both deeply personal and universally relatable, a cathartic journey that encourages listeners to let go and rise above their challenges.

At the heart of ‘Forsaker’ is Etherdene’s exploration of emotional struggle and the painful yet liberating act of letting go. Drawing from her own experiences with the end of a professional partnership, Etherdene’s lyrics are a raw and powerful expression of inner conflict. The line, “Brand new member in the club of quitters, the uniform compliments my eyes,” encapsulates the complex emotions of giving up, flipping the narrative on its head to reveal the strength in choosing to walk away.

‘Forsaker’ is a triumph. Etherdene’s decision to incorporate synth bass arps brings an air of 80s nostalgia while keeping the track fresh and forward-thinking. The electric guitar work from Cory Clark adds a layer of dynamism to the song, complementing its mood perfectly. However, it’s the drums – played by Warren van Wyk – that truly elevate the track, infusing it with energy and warmth that feels almost magical.

What sets ‘Forsaker’ apart is its empowering message. Etherdene isn’t merely recounting a painful experience; she’s showing us the strength that comes from letting go of something that no longer serves you. It’s a message of courage and self-love, encouraging listeners to prioritize their emotional well-being over the fear of walking away from something that seems promising but ultimately isn’t right.

‘Forsaker’ is yet another example of Etherdene’s impressive versatility as an artist. From her early days in the Afrikaans band Kaktus to her current solo career, she has continually pushed the boundaries of what indie-pop can be. With ‘Forsaker’, she’s taken an emotional experience and turned it into a musical triumph that’s as empowering as it is catchy. This track is bound to resonate with anyone who’s ever had to make the difficult decision to walk away – and Etherdene’s ability to capture that moment in song is nothing short of remarkable.

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