Arliston – Hold My Wine (2022)
Since 2018, UK-based duo Arliston has featured on The Other Side Reviews, and we have kept our eye on this gem of a group. From their debut track ‘Enough’ to the most recent release ‘Hold My Wine’, the lads are turning heads with their unique, intriguing sound. We already sing their praises, but they are reaching audiences on an international scale with coverage on God Is In The TV, Earmilk and Find Your Sounds (to name a few). Come with us as we dip our toes (metaphorically, of course) into the latest addition to their well-received discography.
Following their delicate track ‘Mothering’, Arliston does an about-turn with the forceful new song ‘Hold My Wine’. Showcasing an evolution in the band’s sound, the new single highlights sophistication and maturity in their melodies and message. A strong 80s quality exists with synths, drums and guitars; however, a modern-day indie-pop slant makes the track fresher while retaining the nostalgic familiarity.
Soothing and smooth with a toe-tapping quality, ‘Hold My Wine’ can easily be played as background music at a party but also has the boldness to take centre-stage in a sold-out stadium. What I find interesting is how the hazy ambience and kaleidoscopic swirl of sound can relax but also has an intimate, poignancy in the poetic lyricism. The juxtaposition between sombre lyricism and a flowing melodic vibe is evident in their eclectic nature and only further proves how innovative Arliston is.
“’Hold My Wine’ is about the occasional moment of recognition when you look up from the narrow corridor of your own thoughts and are seized by the idea that everyone else has progressed and developed while you are stuck in an unchanged rut. The protagonist attempts to do something about it in the chorus but, inevitably, he gets it wrong…” – Jack Radcliffe (vocalist) on ‘Hold My Wine’
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This artist was discovered via Musosoup #sustainablecurator
