Drawing influence from pop, soul, jazz and lo-fi genres, Owen Rabbit masterfully draws listeners in with hauntingly heartfelt lyrics, pairing them with truly cinematic production work. Experimental plays with sound effects come aplenty in this release, alongside Owen Rabbit’s signature use of miscellaneous items to make his music.
Oh My God, drops an incredibly strong beat and demonstrates this artist’s ability to keep things going on the rise, even when you think they’re already at the top. It’s a clear stand out on the EP.
Also featured on this diverse release is a near nine-minute track entitled Pyramid Power. Although it possibly drags on for a bit longer than it needs to, it’s an impressive experimental journey that pulls listeners in all directions by the time it has finished.
Also keep a listen out for Someday The Rain Is Gonna Come, a change of pace and mood, utilising slow guitar and drums rhythms, as well as the acoustic version of Owen Rabbit’s knockout 2015 single Denny’s – which is arguably better than the original. Stacks of emotion lies in this track, just take a listen to the opening lyrics, “You’re a good person, I’ve been wondering that about myself.”
Immensely powerful, impassioned and a little bit weird, One, is a strong debut release. It might take you a few listens to wrap your head around, but rest assured this EP is full of beautiful moments.
By Abbey Lew-Kee
