The Gilhoolys – The Passing Of Time (2024)
Known for originality, authenticity and honesty shared with an indie-rock kick, The Gilhoolys is an artist standing tall with a “heart on the sleeve” sound. Yet, while the Scotland-based band, led by Paul Devlin, could lie within the indie scene, there is an eclecticism to The Gilhoolys illustrating and appreciating the diversity of rock music. From the debut single ‘Star’ in 2021 – or at least the first on their Spotify – to the 2024 songs ‘Your Cartoon Life’ and ‘Little Glasgow Boy’, The Gilhoolys intoxicate audiences on a global scale. The most recent addition to their discography is the single ‘The Passing Of Time’.
Following the critically acclaimed song ‘Little Glasgow Boy’, ‘The Passing Of Time’ has The Gilhoolys once again showcasing their bravery to delve into difficult reality. Inspired by life with its grit and glory, ‘The Passing Of Time’ infuses societal uncertainty with moving rushes of indie-rock. Capturing the challenges of the 21st century, the track oozes melancholy and vulnerability; however, just as there is tragedy, a sense of empowering triumph slices through with dramatic flair. The Gilhoolys explain:
“’The Passing Of Time’ is the expression of never accepting failure or enforced conditions that ultimately bring apathy… drawing from current world conditions the music…resonates with themes of… striving for personal happiness…”
Lyrically, ‘The Passing Of Time’ is intriguing, but the melody must also be appreciated. Recorded at Main St Records with Andy Anderson, a dragging back to the 90s grunge exists with nostalgic whispers of Radiohead. Riding a wave of music, there is a rollercoaster effect to ‘The Passing Of Time’ shifting from steady drum and bass beats to pulsating bass, crashing drums and a soul-stirring soaring guitar. Binding everything together with a sonic ribbon, Paul Devlin’s gruff vocals ebb and flow with the tide of emotion.
Oscillating from dark to light, ‘The Passing Of Time’ is a theme song for reality today. Brushes of heavier rock capture a distant sense of tragedy; however, the hard-hitting rock simultaneously breathes life to a hopeful side for today and tomorrow. This is my introduction to The Gilhoolys, and I cannot wait for more.
Find out more about The Gilhoolys on their Facebook and Spotify.
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