Roger Ambroos – I Still Can Remember (2022)
For over three decades, singer-songwriter Roger Ambroos has been writing songs and entertaining audiences. Known for his energetic, passionate and versatile performances, he has established himself as a music icon in his local city of Hasselt in Belgium. Influenced by artists from Neil Young to Creedence Clearwater Revival and The Beatles, Ambroos has a unique sound and appeals to audiences of all ages. This is my introduction to Ambroos but he has been turning heads for years with the press singing praises. One of the more recent additions to his discography is the single ‘I Still Can Remember’.
Released in mid-2022, ‘I Still Can Remember’ follows his track ‘The Other Side Of The Moon’ – a psychedelic rock tune lying somewhere between The Who and Depeche Mode. Regularly taking us on a nostalgic journey to the 70s and 80s with his music, ‘I Still Can Remember’ is no different. Yet, while there is a nostalgic flair, this single differs greatly from its predecessor moving from psychedelic rock to soft, soothing folk.
Acoustic-inspired, Roger Ambroos brings us a simplistic, cinematic song combining an acoustic guitar, soft drums and his dulcet vocals. Rich, full-bodied and charming, listening to ‘I Still Can Remember’ is like receiving a warm, comfortable hug from Ambroos. Interestingly enough, while there is a warmth in the melody, a melancholic quality elegantly represents the vulnerability of the singer. Truly capturing human fragility with his personal lyricism, Ambroos represents the inner turmoil felt by “an unexpected relationship breakup”.
Self-recorded and produced, the Belgian multi-instrumentalist gives us a delicate, heartfelt and tender single with ‘I Still Can Remember’.
For more from Roger Ambroos check out his official website, Facebook, Instagram and Spotify.
This artist was discovered via Musosoup #sustainablecurator
