Spirit Sam – Fantasy (2020)
Lost love can present a range of issues and conflicts that are often hard to swallow. These moments are the basis of ‘Fantasy’ by Spirit Sam. Touching on the reasoning behind actions and the emotional impact of lost love, the single displays the unique sound he has created. Based on personal experience and representing those who have suffered in their lives, the single is a relatable fusion of music and life.
Drawing on pre-2000s musical influences, he moulds the elements to match his experiences in the spiritual wilderness of central Florida. Well known on the Florida underground scene, Spirit Sam has carved out his own fusion genre.
‘Fantasy’ has an easy opening that draws you in with some catchy tones that will not let you go. There is a rolling feeling to the melody as you tumble toward the vocals. The different melodic elements create a multi-layered and rich soundscape. You can hear elements of different musical styles within the melody, but they meld together to form something completely unique and engaging. Throughout the single, there is a feeling of something building and pushing you forward. This matches perfectly with the messaging of the single and contrasts the vocals.
Spirit Sam’s vocals have a haziness to them as they float in the space above the melody. This adds a new layer to the music while countering the building within the melody. The lightness of the vocals creates an atmospheric vibe to the track like they are just out of reach yet helping you soar toward them at the same time. Combined with the melody, the vocals create an engaging single leaving you shocked when it comes to a fading end.
Spirit Sam covers you in a fusion soundscape full of rich layers and emotional impacts in ‘Fantasy’. The melody of the single builds up into a rich and lush soundscape drawing on various melodic elements from jazz to rock and pop. The vocals add a haziness that only increases the overall vibe of the song.
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