The Beach - Geronimo

Stream Geronimo here (Spotify)

I discovered singer songwriter George aka The Beach via his exquisite cover of Driving Home For Christmas (see MyFestivePop). If his interpretation of that song sounds like it was always meant for The Beach, his effusive pop song Geronimo gives you insight into how this came to be. This vibrant song focuses on enduring lyrics, memorable melody and a wall of sound that will sound just as euphoric long after the current chart trends have faded into the ethers. That is not to say the song doesn't feel contemporary - it absolutely does. It is both timely and timeless. The Beach has spun a tale of being lost in the world, falling deeper into darkness and despair. If this sounds gloomy, then do not fear - The Beach finds salvation in discovering how love can illuminate your life. He has a gifted way with words that makes it feel like he is singing directly to you, unveiling his inner mist thoughts through his impassioned vocals. The music is a symbiotic part of the narrative, building the feeling of giddy anticipation and radiant revelation through crescendoing drums, textured vocals and riveting guitar riffs. All these elements coalesce to provide a spirited adventure that the listener is fully immersed in. The chorus is a gift from the musical gods, elevating your soaring soul faster than a dopamine rush to the brain. Radio could do with more songs like this - a stunning demonstration of how talent wins out over technology by giving the listener true heart. Definitely an artist to watch in 2017. SMITTEN.

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