Emerging Florida-hailing musician Gobe wants you to hop on board his personal ride with his new single, "see through my eyes." Off his upcoming debut self-titled EP, the track is a rare blend of openness and bizarre genre-defying songwriting, and this, combined with previous releases, affirms Gobe as a tasty new voice across indie and alternative pop.
Gobe is still only 26, but his artistry has the weight of experience. "see through my eyes" is more than a project. It's my way of processing the last year," he explains, adding that each track reflects slivers of both struggle and joy. That honesty shines through on his latest single, as Gobe's evocative vocal performances soar over a multifaceted mix of indie pop beats, alt-pop textures, and subtle nods to punk and hip-hop sounds. The result is music that feels both private and intimate and universally affirming.
Gobe's backstory is as interesting as his sound. Growing up in Pompano Beach, Florida, the sound of ocean waves and family surf trips was the soundtrack of his youth, while his father's classic rock records served as the catalyst for his earliest musical explorations. From childhood piano recitals and learning guitar via Guitar Hero, rapping and self-engineering his own tracks on his MacBook, Gobe has developed a DIY approach that is felt in every note. His progression is one of a life dedicated to a love of sound, an artist who is not afraid to wander into musical landscapes as diverse as his own experiences.
"see through my eyes" is a way into Gobe's world. Lush instrumentation and memorable hooks back lyrics that are as honest, adding a sense of intimacy to the sound of this surprisingly intimate album. Indie pop fans will be drawn by the balmy, textured production, but newcomers to music will be drawn into Gobe's earnest story. With this release, Gobe demonstrates that a debut EP can have a lasting impact. Open, transparent, and decidedly unjaded, "see through my eyes" is your invitation to view the world from Gobe's point of view, one instrument at a time.
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