Philadelphia-based band Moonroof deliver an approachably dreamy rock sound with themes of modern romance on “Buzz,” expressing the desire to “just disappear inside a screen,” whilst searching for true connection; its observations on tech’s pervasiveness within modern relationships proves engaging amidst a catchy rock sound.
Wordless vocal lushness and bursting guitars craft a dreamy, introspective opening — as the opening vocals declare a sense of searching: “I’ve been searching for a friend / I need somebody who understands me.” The rhythm section is initially complementary, as grumbling guitar nostalgia — with shades of ’90s alt-pop — arises into the ensuing chorus.
Glistening guitars accompany the central hook, capturing the warm glow of a screen, without the complexities of a relationship: “The internet knows me better than I know myself,” the vocals conclude there, driving into a catchy “I feel the buzz,” bridge — reflecting a state of one’s phone buzzing, and how these digital crutches have become an element of modern society. “Buzz” is a poignant, melodic success from Moonroof.
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This and other tracks featured this month can be streamed on the updating Obscure Sound’s ‘Emerging Singles’ Spotify playlist.
We discovered this release via MusoSoup, as part of the artist’s promotional campaign.
