Stefanos Barbalias, the Greek singer-songwriter, delivers an X-factor on his return single, "Out of Faith." It's a sultry, gut-busting affair that treads the fine line between longing and resilience. Balancing folk sensibilities with a modern groove, Barbalias's music creates a sonic exploration of personal struggle, societal expectations, and the quest for authentic connection.
From its initial notes, "Out of Faith" draws you into its inward-facing sound. The lush orchestration, featuring the talents of Stavros Parginos (cello), Petros Lambrides (bass), Nikos Papavranousis (drums), Alexis Kraniou (guitar), and Costas Stergiou (keyboards), is full of shade and texture that complements Barbalias's warm but haunting vocals their palpable synergy lending "Out of Faith" an organic and cinematic touch.
"Out of Faith" was recorded at Studio Syn Ena and Ritual Studios in Athens. The production was brought to you by the insightful ears of George Verikakis and Grigoris Konstantaras, combined with the mixing flavors of Costas Stergiou and the mastering talents of Yiannis Christodoulatos at SweetSpot Productions.
"Out of Faith" is a profoundly human, honest, vulnerable, and beautifully raw song. It captures the fatigue of an endless search for meaning but lets a glimmer of hope linger in the atmosphere. Whether it's the evocative lyrics contemplating the nature of faith and the more profound kind of love that can be found within it, the mesmerizing instrumentation, or the sheer emotional weight of Barbalias's delivery, this track is sure to resonate with anyone with a willingness to feel lost in the noise that is modern life.