Artist Spotlight
Heron’s heart first and head last on latest release “Fell In Love Again”
Heron returns to the spotlight with the latest release, “Fell In Love Again,” a slow-burning, emotionally resonant track that feels vast. Bearing the distinctive, unmistakable stomp of “Underground Sky” in its DNA, the track deploys an artist deep within a self-contained universe, constructing, moulding with his own hands, and trusting not bricks or mortar but instinct for one song at a time on his independent Cracked Analogue label.
Combining elements of alternative R&B, soul, and pop, “Fell In Love Again” is a bold step forward in Heron’s progression. Written, produced, performed, and mixed entirely by Heron himself, the track bears the unmistakable imprint of complete creative ownership. Every little thing sounds considered yet easily lived-in, as if the song were instead lived into both under- and over-construction and wild.
At heart, the song captures that swirling moment when love catches you by surprise. Heron leans into the emotional whiplash of that realization, where caution fades and feeling prevails. The verses feel intimate and confessional, the chorus lifts into something bigger and more powerless, achieving a balance of sweetness and a lingering ache. It’s a love song that doesn’t pretend certainty exists, only direction.
On “I Fell In Love Again,” LM1 drum pattern remains steadily in place, anchoring the groove and offering up the song’s classic but fidgety pulse. Heavy electric piano and organ lines hover in the mix, building tension incrementally until the chorus breaks into stacked vocal harmonies and a dramatic release. Though there are still winks at Heron’s lo-fi past, this is some of his most honed work to date, neo-soul shades applied with a groove-centric post-Minneapolis R&B feel through the lens of modern DIY. “Fell In Love Again” is a defining part of “Underground Sky” and a reminder, when Heron follows his heart, the results go straight to your chest and stick with you long after that final note.
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Matt Johnson breathes new life into “For Good” with a solo piano interpretation
The beginning of Matt Johnson’s “For Good“ is like a moment of hushed contemplation, where memory, gratitude, and emotion mingle. Johnson plays the beloved Stephen Schwartz song from the Broadway hit Wicked, and somehow it sounds even more emotional when he exclaims it on the piano.
“For Good“ has always had a tenderness that settles deep in you, and Johnson renders the familiar piece more personal. The emotional weight of the song is clearly apparent. Each note feels articulated, allowing the melody to open up in a direct space.
The piece is an instrumental from Johnson’s work for Singing Fingers and expresses a simplicity that showcases his capabilities as both performer and composer. Johnson’s use of the expressive power of only a piano invites you into an introspective sonic space. The result is an interpretation of “For Good“ that feels like a conversation with the music.
Johnson’s version doesn’t detract from the original brilliance of Stephen Schwartz’s work. Instead, it pays tribute to that grace and emotional depth that make the original a timeless favorite. His own performance makes the piece feel solitary and reflective, drawing out textures and emotions that might not have been otherwise perceived.
Johnson teases the song’s bright heart by using careful wording and restraint. The piano, which tells a story, takes the audience on waves of memories. “For Good“ is a great example of how potent simplicity can be, and it demonstrates that, at times, an instrument and a deeply felt performance are all you need to convey how beautiful a song is.
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Eylsia sings faith and healing in every note on “He Walked Among Us”
Eylsia’s latest single, “He Walked Among Us,” is a great fit for Easter. It feels like a quiet breath of thought. The best thing about this single is that it can be both personal and universal. Eylsia’s use of many languages adds depth to the emotion and reminds us that faith, strength, and recovery are more than just words.
Each verse feels like a personal reflection, yet the themes resonate with anyone who has faced challenges and found comfort in faith and growth. The song is about going from hard times to understanding, and from hard times to quiet healing.
“He Walked Among Us” by Eylsia is a gentle reminder of how we all grow, have faith, and go through life as humans. This single gives you a rare, quiet space to think and connect with your feelings in a world that is often loud and busy. It is a timely and important release for the season.
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