Hey there, friends! I couldn't be more excited to share this journey with you all. This album, "Something More", has been a labor of love, reflecting personal experiences, musical influences, and a deep exploration of emotions.
Let's dive into the tracks and the stories behind them:
1. "Something More" This title track dives deep into my personal struggles with depression and anxiety. It's a raw, honest piece where I open up about these challenges, hoping to connect with listeners who might be going through similar experiences.
2. "Her" This song is a continuation of sorts from my earlier work, "Hurt Me Again." It explores the complexities of relationships—beauty, adventure, danger, and heartbreak all woven together. I experimented with layered voices and different pitches to convey the multitude of emotions involved.
3. "Wrecked Me" Inspired by the guitar styles of David Wilcox and Tommy Emmanuel, this track captures a moment of vulnerability and heartache. The laughter of a love interest in the song adds a poignant layer to its narrative.
4. "Can't Help It" Drawing influence from Charlie Puth's music, this track incorporates a bridge inspired by the nostalgic sound of '70s/'80s songs, originally intended for saxophone but eventually refined with guitar.
5. "Feel" Produced during Charlie Puth's production course, "Feel" resonates with the whimsical vibes of Owl City's "Fireflies." It's a playful yet introspective piece.
6. "Safe and Loved" Incorporating mandolin, this track explores the comforting feeling of safety and love in a relationship, drawing inspiration from acoustic pop stylings.
"You're not just another girl on the other end of the line" This lyric holds personal significance, crafted in response to a fellow artist's song about feeling insignificant.
7. "Tell Me" Another product of Charlie Puth's course, "Tell Me" delves into storytelling with layered voices and distinctive production elements reminiscent of Puth's signature style.
8. "Don't Say My Name" A departure into guitar solo territory, this track showcases influences from guitar virtuosos like Brent Mason and Guthrie Trapp.
9. "Ain't a Casual Thing" This track explores the evolving nature of relationships.
10. "Olivia" Inspired by Jazz influences, "Olivia" is a heartfelt ode to a past relationship and a nod to musical inspirations like John Mayer and Janis Ian.
Throughout "Something More," I've strived to blend personal storytelling with diverse musical influences. From introspective ballads to upbeat tracks with intricate guitar work, each song represents a different facet of my musical and emotional journey.
I'm incredibly grateful for everyone who has supported me along the way. Whether you're streaming the album on Spotify or Apple Music, your support means the world to me.
Thank you all for joining me on this musical adventure. Here’s to finding “something more” in every aspect of our lives.
Stream "Something More" now on Spotify and Apple Music. Let's keep the music playing!
With gratitude,
John
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