EXPLORING THE COMPLEXITIES OF RELATIONSHIPS WITH HITHERFURTHER’S DEBUT SINGLE “7 LIES IN AN HOUR”
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Our lives’ progresses are built on trust, especially in relationships, you need someone you can trust, someone you can share your ideas or take ideas from, someone you can count on them. But what happens if those people you trust the most are also the ones killing you slowly? Like they the ones spreading your dirty rag outside the room for everyone to see. Sometimes it’s not even something big, but those little petty lies, man they kill, they are like a slow poison, it breaks you badly and causes you soo much pain. Well I’ve got this London-based band HitherFurther with their debut single “7 Lies In An Hour” here, and man you gonna be blown away by the song. The song which is a deep exploration of the complexities of relationships and the chase for genuine connection stands out to be a masterpiece you can’t play once. Well the band which consist of Anglo-Irish musician, I love the way they bring together a fusion of influences and experiences to create an intriguing musical experience for us listeners. So get your seatbelt on and let’s ride along.
Now this band HitherFurther comes with a talented crop of musicians, with each bringing their unique flair and skills to the table. When you listen to their music, you realize how their stripped-back sound infuses with Korg synths and acoustic guitar, creating a beautiful sound experience which is really captivating and emotionally-driven, where it channels the song’s energy and drive into the listener, allowing them to resonate with the song on a very different level. The band is rooted in London’s vibrant music scene, and when you listen to their music, you will feel those inspirations they get from iconic figures such as Noel Gallagher, Richard Ashcroft, and Nick Drake. Like those influences just shines through in this debut single, and wow, it’s lovely.
Now this song “7 Lies In An Hour” was recorded at Darklands in Dublin. But well there’s a reason they chose that place, why? To add depth and character to the track. With distinctive attention to detail, the production team ensured that every single element of the song from the instrumentation to the vocals comes together seamlessly to create a unified musical experience. Well the song “7 Lies In An Hour” is a beautiful melodic song that touches on themes of deception within relationships. It lays emphasis on how lies, no matter how small or seemingly insignificant it is, can break trust and prevent genuine connection from growing. Sometimes we think oh this is just something that doesn’t even matter so lemme just tell a small lie instead of telling the actual truth, cos you may feel it insignificant, then later your partner realizes you told a lie the other time, it creates this restless thoughts in them that, so how much have they been keeping from me?
Or how much have they been lying about? Or does that mean there’s a question mark about their love for me? Literally this is what petty lies creates, it broods dishonesty, and start eating up the relationship bit by bit and in the end, everything just booms when there’s the slightest of argument. The song is emotional and very introspective, especially those melodies, they hit you like an R&B classic but very different and unique, carrying those rock elements that strikes your soul and gets you connected. The band really killed it with the way the song paints this clear image of the struggles and complexities of modern love. You don’t get many good songs as these anymore, so when there’s one, you make sure you savour it. With this song, HitherFurther marks the beginning of an exciting musical journey. With the way they crafted this beauty its thought-provoking lyrics and soul-stirring melodies, it just goes on to show the band’s ability to craft intriguing melodies that resonate with audiences on a deep personal level.
Well HitherFurther’s debut single “7 Lies In An Hour” ain’t just a song, it’s a beautiful melody that kickstart what promises to be an exciting journey to the band. With an elite pen game, beautiful melodies, intriguing vocals which are soothing and orgasmic, this song is one not to miss. So what you waiting for? Go ahead and give this song a good listen and have a wonderful week. ENJOY!! Make sure to check them out on the links below for more;
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