Minneapolis-based singer-songwriter John Deering continues to carve his path with the release of his fourth single, โSlow Dance,โ which dropped on September 5th, 2025. Deering teams up with two veteran musicians, Peter Anderson (Run Westy Run) on drums and Ryan Smith (Soul Asylum) on bass, both of whom help shape the trackโs steady groove and understated urgency.
Drawing inspiration from The Rolling Stones and The Beatles, while also carrying the grit of 90s alternative heroes like Nirvana, Soundgarden, and Pearl Jam, Deering brings the legends to their music. The spark for the single came from a quiet moment at home while catching a fleeting scene of a film. Deering envisioned a thirtysomething professional woman longing for intimacy and the tenderness of one simple, slow dance. That image lingered and blossomed into this poignant track.
From the first notes, โSlow Danceโ shimmers with chiming guitars that ring out warmly to set a wistful and hopeful tone. Peter Anderson drums firmly but with just enough swing to keep the rhythm inviting, while Ryan Smithโs bass injects a pulsing drive that pushes the song forward. Over this lush backdrop, Deering sings with lovesick tenderness, his thick voice embodying the sweetness and raw passion, laying bare his vulnerabilities. This authenticity is what helps turn the story into something universal.
Altogether, โSlow Danceโ becomes a meditation on longing, compromise, and the human need for touch and recognition. With its balance of nostalgia and fresh energy, itโs a track that cements John Deeringโs standing as a songwriter who channels sincerity with rock-and-roll grit.
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Review by: Naomi Joan