Setting the tone with luscious, strummed acoustic guitar, Carnival Mind open 5am with the situational lyrics, “Trying to find my way back home, burnt the candle at both ends, had a thirst no man could quench, now I’m tired and drunk again…”
The opus expands into a country-Americana-hybrid energy, as Carnival Mind share their vulnerability and authenticity with narrative-driven storytelling and poetic prowess. We appreciate the hook, “This town around 5am, is a one horse town, this town around 5am, burn it to the ground, wish I could begin again, no memories to forget, brand new day to start anew, free from all regret…”, which is both introspective and empowering.
Overall, the piece has a cathartic feel, as Carnival Mind bare their soul and self-realized message. They cite “great music from many genres” as their influence, which we can feel come through in the composition, although it is clear that they are creating a sonic universe of their own.
When discussing their artistry, the enigmatic outfit says, “Carnival Mind is where you want to be Carnival Mind is where you need to be Carnival Mind invites you to set your soul free…”
The conceptually add, “They’re not just unplugged, they never plugged in. Carnival Mind believe that the song is King and it alone dictates how it is to be interpreted, in a timeless, minimalist fashion.”
We love the energy and charisma that they share and have added 5am to our New Music Spotlight playlist, whilst we continue to stream their wider discography including Remember and Somewhere Down the Line.