Malachi Whitson takes a deeply personal event and turns it into a song with universal emotional reach with “Someone to Me - Radio Edit”. In a time of despair, the single becomes an honest personal reflection and at the same time an inspiring reminder of the importance everyone has.
Whitson doesn’t believe in letting hard times write the music, but in turning such times into a message of encouragement and perseverance. Ultimately, it is a song that everyone can connect with if they have ever questioned their own value or fought to find a place in the world.
The recording procedure is as creatively thought-out as the songwriting. The instrumental performances were recorded live in one take at the Herb Alpert School Recording Studio at UCLA with imaginative microphone techniques so that the spontaneity and chemistry of the musicians was captured. Vocals were laid down later at San Francisco’s Hyde Street Studios, with each emotional element paid meticulous attention to.
Additional vocals by PHER offer an extra dimension to the performance, complementing the ensemble’s musicianship and adding to the song’s emotional impact. All of which combine to create a recording that feels professional and very human. Another feature of “Someone to Me - Radio Edit” is its adaptability. It’s emotionally transparent and genuinely honest, and the song works as well on a casual listen as when you consider it in a striking context.