Sarah Krimson – Ocean Waves (2021)
Most people try to run from melancholy but there are times when embracing it might be the better solution. With her single ‘Ocean Waves’, Sarah Krimson is reaching out to those who are a little different and embrace the melancholy that others shy away from. While reaching out to these people, the music comes from the heart making it relatable to anyone. This connection is wrapped around the tale of toxic relationships and the resilience needed to get through them.
Drawing on a range of influences, Krimson has come a long way since playing open mic nights around London in 2015. Taking inspiration from life, she combines pop with a light touch of rock to get the message of her music across. If you need a song that helps clear your mind and find your place in the world, you have come to the right place.
‘Ocean Waves’ rather aptly opens with the sound of waves lapping against the beach. These sounds lead to a deep atmospheric soundscape that is awash with calming synth tones. The soothing tones of the synths are met with pop beats and a melancholic piano line. The draw of the piano takes over everything else before there is a crash of sound. The melody moves with the ebbs and flow of the ocean as waves of sound crash over you. This is a wonderful melodic device that enhances the feeling of the music and captures the essence of the track. As the music retreats, you are filled with the sense of people running from emotion only to have this emotion crash over you and pull you under the waves.
Krimson’s vocals bring a further hit of melancholy to the single. This is clear in the opening lyrics that reach out for a sense of direction in life. When the piano line enters, the lyrics throw you back in time to happy memories before you are washed with a burst of emotion. Through her vocal performance, you can really feel the depth of the emotions. She uses a raw delivery to infuse emotion into each word only to throw you a thread of understanding against the tide of music.
Sarah Krimson uses waves of music to wash you with melancholy and the struggle against the tide of emotion in ‘Ocean Waves’. The ebb and flow of the music mimic the ocean with the waves of emotion crashing over you and threatening to pull you under. Her vocals enhance the emotions of the track while offering you a lifeline to grab onto and a connection with others.
Find out more about Sarah Krimson on her website, Instagram and Spotify.
