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London's own The Mess:Age is back and hits you with a sound that breaks the norm for their new single "SACRIFICE." Led by the multi-faceted Glen Brandon "Ziggy," whose notable credits include working with Bowie and Duran Duran, its maudlin lyrics are matched by its musical accomplishment.
Written during the loneliest months of lockdown, "SACRIFICE" is a vessel of grief and self-reflection, spiritual inquiries marinating in a world in constant flux. The song's lyrics are simultaneously touching and grounded, its narratives shot through with a reality instantly recognizable as The Mess:Age. Ziggy's powerful vocals soar through lush musical settings that span the intimate to the epic.
The song is recorded at London's Phoenix Production Studios, and it shows that every detail has been thought out. Nothing is wasted. Each beat, chord progression, or line sounds painstakingly constructed to lend an air of urgency and contemplation.
The original video amplifies the song's message and deepens related themes into a visual storyline that reflects the suspense, drama, and breakthrough inherent in the track. It's a visual gale that requires several listens to unfold its knotty layers.