A moodily atmosphere melding of rock and dreamy pop enamors on “Brand New,” a standout new track from MothBreath that explores nature’s restorative power. “It’s you that makes me feel,” Kirsty Dougall’s soulful vocals let out, emphasizing the “brand new,” emotion thereafter. The chilly soundscape and vocal layers pair with a soundscape-rich production, resulting in a sound that fondly compares to Portishead. Dougall’s vocals and keyboards combine with the multi-instrumental talents of John Libert for a thoroughly impactful sound.
The UK-based duo caught our ears last year with their fantastic self-titled album, and “Brand New” represents continued success. Both wavering synth tones and post-punk guitar glimpses bolster the enveloping mix, as lyrics reference “fallen leaves,” and the continued sense of renewal. A twanging guitar solo lingers into the final minute with replay-inducing engrossment. “Brand New” is another consuming success from MothBreath.
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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.
