If you thought art was one of those things that improves with age, then think again, because at fifteen years old, Olie Beckett is quickly proving you wrong. On his latest single, “Hotels,” the young pop and R&B prodigy delivers a track that exudes both mature effortlessness and emotional resonance, the sort of song that hangs around your head long after its final note has sounded.
“Hotels” drapes you in a warm, atmospheric fog. The production is spotlit and dreamy, wrapped in soft beats and plush textures that make room for Beckett’s voice to really soar. His vocals are silky and emotive, floating dreamily above the melody like it’s old hat for a guy so talented. There’s an understated confidence in his voice, a poise that implies emotional intelligence far beyond his age.
“Hotels” is so captivating in its calm introspection. Beckett creates an atmosphere through which listeners can slow down and chillax. The reflective tone of the track and its easygoing clip seems like a late-night city drive through the lights done right, mellow, contemplative, but ultimately engaging.
As he gears up to drop his debut full-length effort, “Hotels” acts as a precursor to what’s sure to be an eventful journey. It’s a bold proclamation from an artist who isn’t merely finding his voice but perfecting how to wield it. On this release, Olie Beckett isn’t just writing music, he is forming atmosphere, emotion, and engagement. “Hotels” is not just a song, it’s an invitation to feel.