Music
CRUX’s “Empty Home” a Melancholic Reflection on Lost Time and Isolation
In a music world where superficiality often overshadows depth, CRUX emerges as a refreshing beacon of substance, socially conscious force, and introspection with their latest creation, “Empty Home.” This United Kingdom-based band from Newcastle upon Tyne expertly blends elements of prog-rock and grunge, crafting a unique sonic sound that transcends boundaries and captivates from the first note.
CRUX’s musical prowess has not gone unnoticed, with their virtuosic talent leaving critics and fans alike in awe. Their commitment to addressing real-life global and local issues in their songs adds depth often missing in today’s music industry. This band isn’t just about captivating riffs; they’re about delivering a message that resonates with the heart.
“Empty Home” is a poignant reminder of music’s power to provoke thought and spark conversation. Written during the lockdown period, the lyrics reflect the isolation experienced by so many during that challenging time. They lament the inexorable passage of time and the emptiness it leaves in its wake, a theme underscored by the metaphor of a deteriorating home. Lines like ‘the pipes are beginning to burst,’ ‘the water pools and there’s mold growing on the walls,’ and ‘time has stopped as the structure slowly sinks’ create vivid and haunting imagery.
The song’s lyrical depth is perfectly accompanied by hauntingly melancholic guitar melodies and soft, rhythmic undertones that build up steadily, mirroring the gradual erosion of the ‘home’ in the narrative while drawing the listener deeper into its emotional depths. Recorded at Blank Studios and produced by Sam Grant from Pigs x7, “Empty Home” is a testament to CRUX’s commitment to artistic excellence with top-notch production quality.
CRUX have become local icons in Newcastle, headlining prominent venues and gracing festivals like Scoop Festival and Canny Fringe Festival. Their authenticity has garnered recognition, including being selected as one of the ‘2022 Favourites’ by Send Me Your Ears and receiving airplay on BBC Radio 6 and BBC Newcastle.
CRUX’s “Empty Home” is a musical journey that challenges us to confront the passage of time and the inevitability of change. It’s a haunting anthem that resonates on a personal and universal level, reminding us that even in the emptiness left behind by time, there is beauty to be found. With CRUX, you can always expect the unexpected, and “Empty Home” is no exception; it is a testament to their ability to craft moving and thought-provoking music. As the world searches for meaning in a chaotic age, CRUX offers a compelling soundtrack for introspection.
CLICK HERE TO STREAM CRUX’s “Empty Home“ on Spotify.
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Lana Crow turns challenges into a celebration with “Laugh With You”
“Laugh With You,” the latest single from Lana Crow, is a sincere rallying cry to embrace life in all its messy, beautiful mess. In the song, indie pop and alt-pop combine to deliver an emotional blow that feels both personal and universal.
“Laugh With You” feels like an instant connection, and Crow is telling you stories of hard times with a cozy, knowing smile. This song is as much about struggle as it is about how strong you are. It serves as a reminder that these struggles are simply what give us the strength to keep going, even when life is tough.
Crow encourages people to welcome them, create happiness in the cracks, and laugh even as the world gets heavy. The result is a song that delicately nudges you to love and embrace yourself. It is an anthem for anyone experiencing tough times who refuses to give up hope. Lana Crow continues to demonstrate her songwriting skills, both musically pleasing and emotionally rich, with “Laugh With You.”
It’s a reminder that it’s how we respond to tough times, rather than how they affect us, that’s key. With this song, not only does Crow provide us with music, but she also lets us know that sometimes a laugh is what we need to remember that there is always something to smile about and that, even when it feels like life has waged war against you, laughter can still be found.
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Lisa Boostani creates a mesmerizing tidal realm in “Ocean”
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Her voice rises as if it is coming from deep within her, shaped by emotion rather than action. She intentionally channels the intangible, turning weakness into strength rather than a source of pain, and “Ocean” tells people to get involved in this inner world, not just watch it. This release is an integral part of her first EP, “One,” which will come out in March 2026 and is based on love, sensuality, and unity.
If “Ocean” is any indication, the EP will show sensuality not as something pretty, but as a kind of spiritual intelligence, a way to know yourself by connecting with others. The song’s textures and structure have an aquatic quality, moving between clarity and delirium, rhythm and freedom. Its emotional focus is on immersion instead of resolution.
The striking quality of “Ocean” is the blend of the mystical worlds. Boostani understands that strength often shows up as gentleness and that deep feelings are better expressed through frequencies than words. She wants people to see consciousness as immediacy, sensation as truth, and openness as an undeniable strength.
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