Maria Weissman – Kill a Ghost (2022)
While there are a lot of singles out there about toxic people and dealing with the aftermath of being around them, Maria Weissman is flipping the script with her single ‘Kill a Ghost’. Through the rock-pop tones of the single, she considers a different way of handling toxicity and reaching the inner peace we all need. As her debut single, she is introducing us to her blended sound that brings touches of folk-rock to rock-pop while unleashing an empowering message.
As Weissman looks for clarity in a sea of chaos, she is backed up by Dominic Martinez (electric bass, acoustic guitar) and Kevin Brown (drums). The single is not only her debut but also the first track on her upcoming EP which will be released exclusively on Bandcamp. If you are looking for a new talent who leaves you feeling strong while looking at things in a different way, you are in the right place.
Weissman’s vocals open ‘Kill a Ghost’ and draw you into the single. Using the analogy of killing a ghost, the lyrics highlight a new way to handle toxicity and those who try to pull us down. While she touches on what the naysayers have to say, she builds a strength that has you shaking off the negativity. There is a wonderful forward stride to her performance that helps you fight uphill to a place of power and strength. The backing vocals bring a touch of gospel to the single that enhances the journey of the lyrics. The empowering message woven into the lyrics is pulsed into your senses by her performance. By the end of the single, you are going to feel free from the shackles toxic people place on you and sure in yourself. If you are ever feeling like you are on shaky ground emotionally, this is the track to listen to for a great boost of empowerment.
While Weissman’s vocals draw you into the track, there is a dark thrum that slowly makes its way into the single below her. The shuffle of the cymbals carefully walks to the stomping tones of the drums. As her vocals shed the negativity of others, the melody turns into a steady march leading you to empowerment. You can feel the push of the music helping you gain the momentum you need to leave the toxicity in the past and head into the future with your head high.
With her debut single ‘Kill a Ghost’, Maria Weissman builds your inner strength, shakes off negativity and has you ready to face the world with your head high. Her vocals first grab your attention as she offers a new way to handle toxic people and remove the residual negativity that lingers after interactions with them. Below her performance, the melody marches you forward and pushes the empowerment of the single into your veins.
Find out more about Maria Weissman on her website, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and Spotify.
