Kurt Alexander, the brainchild of musician David Gibbs, delivers a poignant and reflective song with their latest single, “All My Friends,” released on March 8. Written at the cusp of a new decade, the song reflects how emotional instability manifests in our personal and social lives.
At its core, “All My Friends” is a stripped-down acoustic gem, with minimal instrumentals allowing the raw emotion of the lyrics to take center stage. The gentle strumming of the acoustic guitar creates a serene atmosphere, inviting you into a contemplative space.
Gibbs’ deep, resonant voice serves as the perfect vessel for the introspective lyrics, which navigate the intricacies of love and friendship with nuance and depth. Each line is carefully crafted, painting vivid imagery and showcasing Gibbs’ keen observation of the details with which he describes and poetically symbolizes much.
In the bridge, we find ourselves undergoing a subtle yet impactful shift as a thumping heartbeat rhythm emerges beneath the music and races the tension and urgency. As the song reaches its climax, soulful backing vocals and the distant chatter of friends blend seamlessly, evoking warmth and nostalgia. With a big strum of the guitar, the chatter dies, leaving them in the lone with the guitar again.
With their debut EP, The Future Had Arrived and I Was Not Ready, released just months prior, Kurt Alexander is here to make a mark in the industry. Listen to “All My Friends” and see if you find beauty in the turmoil unveiled.
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Review By: Naomi Joan
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Big things from Kurt Alexander he’s gonna go far