Diego Philips – Sentimental Song (2021)
Through the gentle tones of ‘When I Feel The Moon’, Diego Philips wrapped us in the feeling of security that comes with being in love and having this love returned. With his latest release ‘Sentimental Song’, he is taking a step back from the comfort he provides listeners and reflects on the essence of his personal songwriting. After taking a step back from music during the pandemic, he was able to let go of his fears and return with meaningful and simple songs.
The reflection he undertook during the pandemic shines through in this single as he brings a sense of peace with the pressures of being an independent artist. Drawing on his storytelling style, he has crafted a single that touches all of us whether we are creative types or not. He creates a refuge in a tumultuous world through his music that is what he and us all need.
‘Sentimental Song’ strums into your ears with the gentle sound of an acoustic guitar. There is a really relaxing vibe to the music that lifts pressure and stress from your chest. Woven into the relatively simple melody is a reflective feeling. Combined with the gentle movement of the music, this feeling has a blossoming of understanding in it. You can’t listen to this melody and not start to feel more at ease with everything in your life. The simplicity of the melody lets the messaging and beauty of the track really shine.
Resting on the melody is Philips’ earthy vocals that fill your senses like warm afternoon sun. The warmth of his performance enhances the relaxing vibes of the melody. As you sink into the comforting plushness of the track, the lyrics weave his thoughts into a delightful tapestry. Through the single, you are given some insight into his idea about his music. His gentle vocals merge with the folky melody for a moment of peace and reflection in a world that is always rushing ahead.
Diego Philips uses a warm and tender melody fused with earthy afternoon sun vocals to ease your spirit in ‘Sentimental Song’. The relatively simple melody embraces your senses with a comforting warmth. His vocals add to this easy feeling while reflecting on something quite personal.
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