Drawing us in with atmospheric vocals and an enigmatic, immersive melody, Andrea Ward opens Awake at Night with intrigue and dimensionality as unique percussion adds dynamism to the composition.
We appreciate the layered vocals and the poetic prowess that Andrea Ward shares with her thought-provoking and introspective prose. The opus expands into a trip-hop meets art-pop hybrid vibe, and we are hypnotized.
Andrea confesses that Awake at Night is inspired by “the idea that you’re awake at night because you know something’s wrong in life.” The visionary artist continues, “You know that there are forces in the world trying to keep you asleep, and you refuse to be any less alive than your greatest potential. It’s as if the song is a roaring voice from your deep subconscious, telling you to get up and move.”
Awake at Night comes with an out-of-this-world performance video, which brings to life the creation of the track with intricacy and dynamism.
There is no doubt that the talented NYC-based multi-instrumentalist musician, dancer, choreographer, filmmaker and self-described “untethered mystic” is creating a universe of her own.
We deeply appreciate the message and authenticity that Andrea Ward shares with Awake at Night, and have added the release to our New Music Spotlight playlist, whilst we continue to stream the artist’s wider discography including Algorithm and Game.