Think you know Indie music? Think again.
Hailing from L.A., Indie/Electronic threesome The Rebel Light recorded and mixed their debut single ‘Goodbye Serenade’ utterly
independently, specifically in their bathroom and wooden shed, worlds away from
the likes of apparent Indie-kings Arctic
Monkeys.
Their self-titled and first EP was
released on the 13th of November last year and can be downloaded for
free via iTunes. The band is made up of brothers and their cousin and their
influences include The Beatles, The
Libertines and Mumford and Sons.
‘Goodbye
Serenade’ is truly an example of natural musical talent singing through
despite the penny-pinching recording and production process. It opens with a
simplistic, beautiful melody, a soft beat and one of the most comforting vocal
styles you will hear in a long time. With the addition of brash drumming and
fierce guitar, the track is clear proof of what raw passion and ability can
achieve. The Rebel Light are also a
humbling, prime example of the power of the internet and how those who use it
have the power to push truly talented bands and artists into the spotlight they
deserve.
The band’s organic flair bursts through the
song, although it’s unfortunately easy to lose the lyrics behind rowdy yet
uplifting instrumentation. ‘Goodbye
Serenade’ is ultimately reflective of what it’s like to lose someone from
your life and for your days to become cyclic and somewhat meaningless along the
way; “Silence in my sleep; it’s the death of what I’ve done, a coma for your
love.” With generally hard-hitting lyrics like, “It’s not the notes that you
play, it is the silence in between”, the boys’ music-driven lifestyle really
shines through.
Despite some world-renowned inspirations, The Rebel Light have achieved a rarity
within the industry; a distinctive, unique style. ‘Goodbye Serenade’ does
precisely what a debut single intends, and leaves the listener eager to hear
more from them!
4/5
You can download ‘Goodbye Serenade’ and the rest of The Rebel Light’s Self-Titled EP for free here: http://noisetrade.com/TheRebelLight
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