“Charcoal,” is the debut single from Cowboy Clean, the brainchild of bassist, artist, and singer Matt Leibowitz, released on January 2, 2024. “Charcoal” is a captivating exploration of musical fusion and philosophical reflection.
Listen to “Charcoal” if the recipe of a relaxing coldwave merged with pop and 00s indie intrigues you.
The song kicks off with upbeat and hard-hitting beats, bringing the infectious and engaging energy home. The electric guitar chimes dreamily against it. What you would never guess is how thick and upfront the vocals would be. You can even hear the air escaping Leibowitz’s mouth and feel his mouth move on the mic. His voice is so softly and delicately sung, it’s almost sultry, but it’s definitely sensational and sensual.
The intimate recording quality, capturing the subtle nuances of the singer’s performance, adds a personal touch to the track. The attention to detail and the physicality of the vocals enhance the authenticity of the overall sound.
The charming instrumental behind shimmering on gives the song a nice flow while not being too engaging, so we can focus on the depth of his contemplative lyrics.
Through “Charcoal,” you get a taste of Leibowitz’s musical versatility with his philosophical outlook of ‘amor fati’—a love of fate.
Cowboy Clean has more in store for the new year. He has a debut EP coming up: Blue Sky, Red River. “Charcoal” is only its first single and one of its tracks. So, if you love “Charcoal,” stay tuned for Blue Sky, Red River.
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Review By: Naomi Joan