Lyrical observations on social anxieties and insecurities meld with a ’90s pop/rock nostalgia on “matching your energy,” a standout new single from Baltimore-based artist Diana Omar. “Fight-or-flight mode activate,” the vocals commence, guided by an evolving range of jangling guitars into the synth-laden escalation. Playful guitars and flourishing synths glide into the contagious title-touting refrain, easily inducing replays.
The cohesive blend of melodic vocals, dynamic guitars, and lush synths make for a compelling sound throughout. Interweaving vocal layers are especially riveting in the final minute, culminating in a final “I’m matching your energy,” hook — artfully bringing back the track’s themes on interpersonal interactions, and how a lack of extroversion may simply be matching the energy of those around them. We’re excited for whatever’s next from Diana Omar.
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This and other tracks featured this month can be streamed on the updating Obscure Sound’s ‘Emerging Singles’ Spotify playlist.
