David Baron – Some Infinities Are Larger Than Others (2022)

Literally raised in the music industry, singer-songwriter David Baron is the son of the pioneer of remote recording, Aaron Baron. He would spend time at live shows, in the recording studio and worked for his father as a teenager as an audio assistant on the truck. From there, he received an education in classical piano and technology at Oberlin Conservatory – a subject that became the foundation for his own pioneering work. Marrying classical sounds with technological influences, David Baron is at the forefront of combining acoustic and synthetic tones to create something fresh.

Known for a unique baroque-pop sound, David Baron is pursuing a solo project; however, he already has a great deal of industry experience under his belt. When not making music for his UK label Here & Now Recordings, Baron works as a composer for Lenny Kravitz, Shawn Mendes, Melanie De Biasio, Conor Oberst, Simon Felice, Phoebe Bridgers and many more artists. In fact, Baron was one of two musicians who collaborated on Meghan Trainer’s hit ‘All About That Bass’. He also co-produced and mixed Jeremiah Fraites’ Billboard #1 Classic Cross-over, ‘Piano Piano’.

While his extensive composition, songwriting and production skills are notable, we’re taking a look at his solo career. The latest addition to the well-received discography is the EP Some Infinities Are Larger Than Others. Following his full-length album Endless Climb, Some Infinities Are Larger Than Others is a five-track slice of divine awesomeness. Collaborating with various artists on the record, we not only hear the natural talent of David Baron but also Fiona Glenn, Donna Lewis and Oskar Baron.

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Opening with the single ‘Stardust’, David Baron immediately sets you adrift on a glistening sonic river staring up at the stars in awe. A simplistic pop ballad, there is a softness to ‘Stardust’ weaving Fiona Glenn’s wistful vocals into the unique melody. Known for his electronic meets classical sound, synths glide across the tune enhancing its obscurity and warmth.

Similar to ‘Stardust’, an element of melancholic pop sprinkles across a bold chamber pop style in the second track ‘Stones In The River’. It is here that the trip across the sonic river takes a dip with a profoundness woven into the melody; however, the Kate Bush meets Björk vocals of Donna Lewis lift you above the scene and suspend you in a classically influenced daze. Personally, I find this is my favourite song because of its poignant nature but light-hearted tone.

The instrumental tracks ‘Two Places At Once’ and ‘Boy In The Lighthouse’ appear to be darker and moodier than the former pop ballads adding a heavier air to the EP. It is at this point that the sonic river bends and you view the tumultuous waves beneath, but don’t worry, the river continues to have the star-dotted sheen as Some Infinities Are Larger Than Others ends. The final track ‘Father And Son’ is another instrumental piece where Baron collaborates with Oskar Baron. Unlike the previous instrumental songs, ‘Father And Son’ is lighter, calmer and minimalist giving you that delicate push into the sonic ocean.

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