Music is many things in the modern musical landscape. Some see it as simple entertainment, some see it as a product to make money off of, some. But more than anything, music is a message, a conversation between an artist and their listeners. This is the approach Michael Gungor takes with his songwriting in his band Gungor's latest single, "A Million I's."
Music is many things in the modern musical landscape. Some see it as simple entertainment; some see it as a product to make money from. But more than anything, music is a message, a conversation between an artist and their listeners. This is the approach Michael Gungor takes with his songwriting in his band Gungor's latest single, "A Million I's."
As a band, Gungor is an incredibly creative band, weaving fascinating soundscapes with simple instrumentation and pleasant ambiance. This extends to "A Million I's," with a certain richness to its mix of sounds. Michael Gungor does an excellent job with the composition on the track, keeping it thematically sparse and clean without sacrificing musical depth or catchiness.
Opening the song is a small clip of breathing, tying into the song's overall message of pressure and worry. It's poignant, reflective of the background Michael Gungor grew up in, feeling boxed in by expectations he didn't want. Topics like these require nuance and care to write about since it's easy to get swept up and make things much too heavy, so how does Gungor fare?
Thankfully, with many clever writing choices, things are pulled off with finesse and restraint here. It's intimate and personal but doesn't go overboard, keeping things light and enjoyable. There's an art to the subtlety of the song's message that makes it unique. The "A Million I's" message nails the landing with the ending punctuated by the same breathing sound effect.
The beautiful music accentuates everything. As we've already mentioned, the arrangements here are primarily sparse and straightforward, but there's a deep, rich sound behind the simplicity that gives the song gravitas and presence. Between the punchy bass riffs to the lovely progression, there's plenty to like here. It's also plain catchy and has many points, making for a fun listen.
Production on "A Million I's" is what gives the single its signature sound, belying the simple arrangement. It's a beautiful tune, and the sound mixing does its best to draw out the best from the mix. It's quite a song's highlight, elevating it further from its already solid base.
Overall, "A Million I's" by Gungor is a fantastic example of what an artist can produce with a good vision. The song carries a heavy message, but it's kept light and brisk with its production, giving it a sense of epic scale. At the same time, it's a profoundly personal tune that doesn't sacrifice anything to maintain its vibe. Overall just a great song; recommended!
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