Douglas Savageโs latest single, โBlack Mould,โ gets existential in a hauntingly atmospheric aesthetic. Recorded in collaboration with Slye for guitars and synths, along with Jacob Naylor on drums, the song captivates with its melancholic allure and ethereal soundscapes.
Inspired by the glimmering echoes of a leaky skylight in Savageโs own damp bedroom, โBlack Mouldโ provokes thought with clean strumming guitars and high vocals that pierce through the darkness with soft vulnerability, with layered darker and deeper vocals echoing his every line. The opening line, โrain drips through the skylight,โ reflects the dark mood of desolation, tepid concerns, and introspection nestling in the voice.
As the song unfolds, layers of chiming guitars and echoing vocals build upon the initial foundation, creating a sense of expansiveness and translucent depth. Savageโs vocals, both high and delicate, contrast with the deeper, darker tones.
The chorus, with its poignant lyricsโโWhat superstition am I missing? Must be the reason, black mould in the ceilingโโinvites reflection with distorted perceptions on the unseen forces that shape our lives. Savageโs lyrical prowess gets you pondering as he inundates you with the narrative.
In the bridge, the song takes a dreamy and ethereal turn, offering a brief respite from the darkness with the mention of Judy. Savageโs voice, oozing with innocence, creates a moment of lightness amidst the shadows.
As part of the upcoming EP songs to run away to, โBlack Mouldโ gives you an immersive and wistful head-on. Stay tuned with Douglas Savage to investigate the uncertainty.
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Review By: Naomi Joan