Based in Hull, England, The Paper Monsters craft an emotive entrancement on new single “Got My Heart Laid Out (For You).” A spacious soundscape enamors throughout, featuring glistening piano and gentle percussion alongside a lush vocal introspection. “I lay my heart out for you,” a smitten composure emits, lamenting how “living with you,” provides no sense of comfort or peace. Expressive vocal layers send chills in the perseverant “just carry on,” segment — gliding seamlessly into a stutter-y guitar addition.
The second half compels with a consistent guitar-laden backing, adding further emotion to the heartrending vocals and serene atmospheric construction. Lyrical musings on love and vulnerability consume, portraying the often rewarding risks that present when one opens themselves up to a potential partner. Trying to discover true connection can be daunting, but “Got My Heart Laid Out (For You)” rightfully suggests it’s a worthwhile endeavor — all set within a melodic, comforting production.
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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.
