The Duo, Arliston hailing from South London are known for their spacey, atmospheric music. Now, they're back to add to their catalog with a new release. The group introduces 'Thawed' as their last release of the year. With a desire for it to hit the target as special, they have meticulously crafted a piece that showcases a new dimension of their music.
Juxtaposed to their previous work, 'Thawed' has an icy undertone yet it remains heartfelt. Bringing a gust of warm backing vocals and harmonies, the icy chill can be taken with a hint of heat too. It contains a classy arrangement, that works wonders to the song's reception.
'Thawed' is carried by folk-infused guitar picking, a rich background of orchestral strings, and layered vocal intricacies. The composition builds from hazy into a chorus that is full, featuring angular drums, snarling basslines, and stunning vocals. It's a clever piece, it builds where it needs to and strips down where it works effectively.
When speaking about the inspiration behind the track, Vocalist, Jack Ratcliffe describes 'Thawed' as a story about a character trapped in a cyclical loop of behavior, addicted to negativity and illusion. With the added perspective of George Hasbury who views the song as a blend of Americana and British indie, pushing the boundaries of their established sound.
There's a sense of quality that seeps from within 'Thawed', whether that's due to its auditory hypnotics, the energy of the duo themselves, or a combination of the whole production process. It's safe to say that the piece has been mixed and co-produced by Brett Shaw, known for his work with The Foals and Florence and the Machine, who ensured the vision of a balanced soundscape.
Already receiving critical acclaim, Arliston has received widespread support, with their music amassing over 2.7m streams on Spotify and support from BBC Radio One and Amazing Radio. I can see exactly why! There's no chance of this one being overlooked or skipped, it has to be another one of my tracks of the week!
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