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VELVET MOON Shares Nostalgic New Single ‘A Love Song’
Stockholm-based indie pop trio VELVET MOON has unveiled their latest single, “A Love Song“, released on October 11th, 2024 via Argle Bargle Studios. Following the success of their previous singles “Hymn” and “Daylight”, “A Love Song” continues to build anticipation for their forthcoming album, expected in 2025. Known for their evocative and timeless sound, VELVET MOON has amassed over 15 million streams, captured the hearts of fans worldwide, and graced stages like The Great Escape festival. With their latest offering, the trio takes listeners on a nostalgic journey through the synth-driven landscape of 80s-inspired pop, delivering a track that is both danceable and emotionally stirring.
“A Love Song” is a heartfelt tribute, written in the wake of personal loss. The band crafted the track during a trip to Palma, shortly after the passing of a dear friend. In a poetic homage, they reflected: “The best ones are taken early. And so were you, Peder. Your wings touched everyone. Your laughter will live within us.” The melancholic undertones of the song, paired with its pulsating rhythms, perfectly capture the delicate balance between celebration and sorrow.
Musically, the track is a masterclass in blending influences from the past with modern indie pop sensibilities. The song’s lush synths, boxy kicks, and soaring guitars transport listeners to the golden era of 80s dance music, evoking the sonic spirit of Fleetwood Mac, The Eurythmics, and Cannons. The huge cymbals and gated reverb bring a sense of grandeur, while vocalist Sandra Bjurman’s rich, emotive delivery ties it all together with a refreshingly contemporary touch. If you’re searching for a track that combines the emotional pull of Hungry Eyes with the modern shimmer of synthpop, A Love Song hits the mark.
Sandra’s vocals and lyricism, drawn from everyday experiences and deeper societal reflections, resonate powerfully against the intricate musical backdrop created by bandmates and producers Stefan Örn and Johan Glössner. The chemistry within the trio is undeniable, allowing them to craft songs that are intimate yet grand, simple yet layered with meaning.
As VELVET MOON gears up for their 2025 album release, “A Love Song” serves as a perfect teaser for what’s to come.
Country-blues troubadour Andy Branton is back with a brand-new single, “Travelin’ Days,” out now on all streaming platforms. The track is a high-octane ode to the road—a foot-stomping celebration of freedom and grit, born from one of the most still moments in recent history.
“Travelin’ Days is the first tune I wrote during the Covid lockdown,” says Branton. “My first real tour had just been canceled. I guess you always want to do what you can’t.”
True to form, Branton took that frustration and turned it into fire. The result is a fast-paced, unapologetic track that captures the spirit of the modern rambling man. Through the voice of a well-worn character—part Branton, part every road-weary musician he’s crossed paths with—the song reckons with the highs and lows of life on the move. Even with all the miles, uncertainty, and solitude, the narrator still finds his peace: “Lord, lord ain’t this life good… living like I should.”
Branton describes “Travelin’ Days” as “an up-tempo, ass kicker about rambling around,” best listened to with the windows down and the highway wide open.
Originally from Alabama, Andy Branton cut his teeth playing guitar in country and rock & roll bands across the West Alabama bar circuit. He made his official debut with the EP 47 Minutes Away, a collection of songs rooted in the southern storytelling tradition. Now based in Louisville, Kentucky, Branton continues to travel, write, and perform across the country, drawing from years of chasing highways and heartache.
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