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Zkeletonz – 25 Hours (2020)

With their single ’25 Hours’, Zkeletonz tries to turn the negative recent events into something better. Created during lockdown when everything seemed to become too much, the single offers a positive spin on the long bleed of hours and days. Instead of looking at the negative, the band fills their soundscape with the sense of having all the time in the world to spend with loved ones.

Drawing on synth-pop, electro and funk, this London trio fills you with infectious positive vibes. While the single was recorded with miles between them, it all comes together for a fizzing optimism that bubbles in your chest. If you need to find the silver lining to recent events, this is the song that will help guide you.



The opening of ’25 Hours’ hits you from the side with the good vibes. There is a propulsive feeling to the synths as they energetically sting through your senses. The bounce to the music has you feeling the positive vibes as you are placed in a light landscape of blossoming optimism. There is a very funky feeling to the lower levels of the melody that is somewhat irresistible. Through the synths, you are filled with a summery feeling wrapped in shimmers that no negative feelings could ever touch or bring down.

Adding to the good vibes are the vocals. There is an interesting feeling to them as they are rich and warm yet light and bubbly at the same time. This combines with a sincerity laced into each word that enhances the flow of positivity. Through the lyrics, you are filled with fun energy that puts a smile on your face. The chorus is catchy and makes you want to dance around to it.

Zkeletonz fills you with lively energy and positive vibes while showing you the silver lining of recent events in ’25 Hours’. There is an upbeat energy laced into every note of the single that fills you with good vibes. The vocals bolster this feeling with their sincerity, warmth and bubbling optimism.

Find out more about Zkeletonz on their website, Instagram and Spotify.

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