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In his striking new single "8 Out," Adam De Lucia dives into the chaos of today's America with a bold musical approach. This song fuses different musical styles, blending lively jazz with a modern touch of synthesizers and electronic sounds.
You can hear the jazz influence, characterized by a gritty piano and guitar parts that create unexpected harmonies. But instead of merely playing with sounds to get attention, De Lucia focuses on creating a rich listening experience that invites exploration and engagement. The music might feel jagged and unpredictable, but every note is carefully chosen, contributing to a bigger picture. The production, inspired by Henry Hey's work with the band Empire of the Sun, adds an atmospheric quality, featuring haunting synth sounds alongside warm, vintage keyboard tones. These elements float above the jazz foundation like a ghostly presence, giving the track a beautiful yet eerily contemporary vibe.
"8 Out" refers not just to the tradition of U.S. presidents serving two terms, but also creates a broader metaphor about time feeling endless, like a loop that keeps repeating. The music evokes a sense of anxious stillness, reflecting a culture that seems to be both stagnant and in flux at the same time. This isn't traditional protest music, rather than making loud statements or drawing precise lines, it expresses a more profound sense of the current cultural moment, conveying a nervous energy that resonates throughout.
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