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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.
Hip-Hop motivational speaker Kingdom Kome returns with new visuals for “May Allah Comfort You In Your Time Of Need.” Speaking on his hustle and entrepreneurial mindset the video features an unofficial appearance by Mike Tyson who he crossed paths with while conducting business. The track also features a spoken part from comrade-in-arms Thirstin Howl The 3rd.
Watch official video for “May Allah Comfort You In Your Time Of Need”: https://youtu.be/w0_Gra8Lu4o
This track appears on the newly released collaborative LP between Kingdom Kome and Producer Onaje Jordan, Alchemy II. Out now via all DSP’s the LP also yielded another single/video “When The Metal Hits” (link below).
Watch official video for “When The Metal Hits”: https://youtu.be/9vlJzBBfrg8?si=o0eTdWWdxoPz7Wa9
Long-time listeners to Kingdom Kome’s projects will notice that he has unlocked a new chamber lyrically in this release. The emcee said “It’s a more spiritually focused album. I wanted to touch on a lot more esoteric and occult sciences on this one.” This extends to the subtitle Ein Sof which in terms of Kabbalah (the ancient Hebrew mystical practice that explores the nature of God and the Universe) which translates as “the endless one.” As Kingdom Kome states “there’s breadcrumbs throughout the album for people to do their own research.
Stream / Purchase Alchemy II: https://kingdomkome.bandcamp.com/album/alchemy-2-ein-sof
Initially linking up over a decade ago Kingdom Kome and Onaje Jordan have done a wealth of tracks over a number of projects in their respective catalogs. For additional firepower on this release, they have enlisted guest features from General Back Pain, Che Uno, Sean Links, Eloh Kush, Daniel Son, Hakim Green, Lyrik’l, Nejma, Nefertiti, G Fam Black, Killy Shoot, Thirstin Howl the 3rd, XP The Marxman, Ruen and Kenyattah Black.
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