Colin Stauber – Motions (2022)
Singer-songwriter Colin Stauber aims to create music that heals, helps and increases positivity in each individual. He shares that “music has the power to bring us to better places mentally, emotionally, physically and spiritually”. When I listen to his songs, I have to admit the music brings a sense of calm to my soul. This is my introduction to US-based Stauber, but he has already turned heads featuring on LA Weekly, News Break, Music Times and iHeart Radio. The latest addition to his soul-searching discography is the single ‘Motions’.
Following his track ‘Starting’, Stauber adopts an electronic pop-inspired sound in ‘Motions’. The transition from a simplistic acoustic-inspired pop to an upbeat, electropop meets commercial pop showcases his innovation as an artist. From the opening beat in ‘Motions’, you are set adrift on a glistening sonic river; however, while there is a softness in the opening, he reveals the waves beneath in well-arranged electronic beats. Yes, there is a smoothness throughout the track, but the crescendos to catchy choruses really get your head bopping.
As we mentioned, Stauber aims to create music to spread positivity and hope amongst listeners – he has done that with ‘Motions’. He speaks of “going through the motions”, but the poignant lyrical content tips the scale toward “changing for the better”. As with the soft to upbeat dance vibes, Stauber navigates despondence to empowering change in his life. Always changing for the better.
For more from Colin Stauber check out his official website, Instagram and Spotify.
