Teasing us with an astral frequency and a glistening guitar soundscape, Joshua Ketchmark opens Crossbone, which is the tenth track from his album, Blood with vivid, metaphorical prose, as he sings, “Headed into the unknown, opened doors that can’t be closed, bandaged every blood soaked crossbone, left out here to die alone…”
The opus expands with the signature emotional depth that we have come to love from the star, as he asks, “What’s left to say that hasn’t been said? When all you feel is that hole in your chest… Haunted by the voices in your head, when what you want is not what you get…”
When the drums come in, the composition takes on a dimensional edge, and we deeply appreciate the journey that Joshua Ketchmark delivers, both sonically and instrumentally with Crossbone. The artist’s depth is tangible, and it almost feels like listening to the song for the first time as we experience the rawness that he exudes with his words and charismatic performance.
The visionary artist has an exquisite way with lyrics, and brings to life such a cinematic vibe with his songs, and Crossbone is no exception. The wisdom that he shares from his lived experiences is what makes Joshua Ketchmark super unique. Needless to say, the instrumental performances are out of this world, as always with the talented artist’s releases.
We learn that the song’s powerful lyrics “explore the universal human experience of facing adversity and the power of perseverance in the face of challenge.” Crossbone is “inspired by the resilience of those who chase their dreams through thick and thin”, designed as “a poignant reflection on the power of determination and the relentless pursuit of something more.” We have added Crossbone to our New Music Spotlight playlist, whilst we continue to stream Blood in full!