Baylee Dowling - Evelyn
The electrifying quality in production paired with fresh, dewy vocals by Baylee Dowling gives us his latest single—Evelyn. The singer-songwriter has a unique aesthetic to his music. It has the energy to bring to life every minute flutter of the heart in tune. His music generally falls into pop, but according to his own words, it brings together modern and classic pop. Baylee is like a musical documenter and time traveller. He writes music like it's a time capsule, and the capsule holds every feeling that bursts within the soul in that particular time in meticulous detail. His latest track, Evelyn, is like a glass of cold champagne that bubbles and pops. Baylee has us in the palm of his hands right from the start, when it's just his voice and suddenly the backing comes alive like a spring that has found a new outlet in a lush green forest. The track does so brilliantly in hiding away subtle layering that adds so much texture to the track. When you hear the subtle horns that are sprinkled in the chorus. The youthful quality in the track somehow still resembles new and hopeful love, a kind of love that’s seen in The Half Of It. The film has everything: friendship, love, and hope! Baylee Dowling can mould music and bend music to his will. There must be some science to the mesmerising quality in his music that just leaves the heart glowing and the way the song keeps replaying in your head long after you hit the pause button. You can find more work by this musical magician in the links attached above.
Michael Fordays - The Life We Live
Imagine someone sitting in a diner, in a tiny town, and it's just the time for the sun to set. Half-empty coffee cup, the jukebox humming in the background. Outside, there's that quiet rhythm of ordinary life. A song plays almost like a soundtrack: The Life We Live by Michael Fordays. The song is an alternative/indie rock gem. It also features clean nods to classic and soft rock, with an '80s–'90s rock influence. You hear strong drums driving the song's momentum and bringing in an emotional thrust. A layer of keyboard adds a warm depth to the piece. The record also features guitar and bass, complementing each other at every note. We hear edgy riffs and smooth low-end grooves that give the song balance and some sonic texture. The song has a very emotive energy to it. It opens boldly, and that's what immediately pulls in the listeners. What also helps is the use of the 80s rock vibe. It brings in a sense of positivity and makes it sound like an anthem. When it comes to the lyrics, Fordays centers the track on morality and values. This choice emphasises standing up for what is right and making all small joys count. The piece acts as a nostalgic trigger without sounding retro for retro's sake. It feels genuine and timeless. The song is good for a movie like The Pursuit of Happyness (2006). The song's themes of morality, struggle, and hope mirror Chris Gardner's journey.