“Fast Lane”, Slow Truths: E.L.W.12 Keeps It Real
Sometimes you need that loud music and sometimes, you just need that calm, smooth song that generates a quiet atmosphere which allows you to enjoy what’s being played and flow with it. What E.L.W.12 did on this track is wholesome, he does not try to shout louder than everyone else. He just opens the door and lets you walk in. His new release, “Fast Lane”, feels like that kind of invite. No pressure. No flashing lights. Just music that wants to sit with you for a bit.
E.L.W.12 comes from Markkleeberg, Germany, and this project feels very personal. You can tell this is someone who thought about making music public for a long time before finally pressing upload. The track “Fast Lane” sounds like a diary that decided to become a pop record. It is calm, emotional, and sometimes a little shy, which honestly makes it more charming. This aspect of the song is what makes it unique.
The influence of bands like Erasure and Depeche Mode is easy to spot, but this is not a copy job. In his album ‘Artificial Love‘, the songs lean toward melody and feeling instead of big tricks. E.L.W.12 clearly cares more about mood than perfection. If a note feels right, it stays. If it feels human, even better.
One standout track is ‘I’m Different’. It does not try to be clever or dramatic. It just says what it means. Respect people. Respect differences. Simple idea, but somehow still rare. The title track Fast Lane is another highlight. It feels like a snapshot of a stressful moment in life, the kind where your brain is moving faster than your feet. Many of us know that feeling. Some of us just don’t turn it into a song.
The recording process was modest, which fits the music. Most of the work happened at home, with final touches done at a friend’s studio. No fancy gear parade here. Just enough tools to get the job done without getting in the way of the feeling. E.L.W.12 is not chasing the spotlight either. He has made it clear that live shows are not the goal. The music is supposed to speak. The artist prefers to stay quietly behind it, probably with a cup of coffee and no social media notifications.
“Fast Lane” is not trying to change pop music. It is trying to connect. That alone makes it worth your time. If you like pop songs that feel honest, a little imperfect, and made by someone who actually means what they say, this release is a smooth ride. Just don’t expect a speeding ticket at the end.
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