Row Now by Como: Review

by Gabe Finch February 21, 2023

February 21, 2023

Row Now by Como: Review

Como’s new track ‘Row Now’ is like venturing into a dark and foreboding gothic story. The Austrian musician combines ambient sounds with strong rhythms and her delicate vocals to create a compelling mood. An unconfident protagonist must learn to stand on her own two feet before she can brave the perilous waters and make her escape from a dangerous world inhabited by monsters.

A wide range of musical genres, including acoustic singer-songwriter, alt-pop, dark-pop, electro-pop, and even cinematic music, are all represented on the track. In collaboration with L.A.-based producer John Ho and Mediterranean and everyday life influences, Como has created a unique, multidimensional sound. With the music, the talented musician creates a gloomy story about a little girl who lives in constant danger. If she wants to get to safety, she has to row through the storm on the rough sea. This song is based on the artist’s own experience of overcoming great odds with courage and determination. Como’s performance is an inspiring example of how one can find strength and self-reliance even in the middle of adversity by recommitting to one’s own artistic voice. Her fans may relate to this beautiful song since she bases most of her work on the internal struggle and the need of expressing that conflict.

This track is a must-hear for any lover of dark or ambient music, thanks to its compelling and genre-defying vibe. Como manages to paint a vivid picture through her soulful vocals and cinematic instrumentation.