Setting the tone with a cerebral and dynamic riser, expanding with a refined and timeless guitar soundscape, Asgard Raven opens Chasing Your Dreams with an atmospheric vocals and philosophical prose.
We are captivated by the Brit-pop meets powerpop delivery and harmonies, and the psychedelic nuance that accompanies. The message of the track feels conceptual, yet zeitgeist and relatable, at a time when many of us are searching for purpose.
With reference to the meaning of the song, Asgard confesses, “Chasing Your Dreams explores the ancient Egyptian concept of having your life evaluated prior to entering the afterlife.” He goes on to ponder, “You’ve made your choices and chased your dreams, but have you lived a good life, and are you leaving a positive legacy or will you have to pay for your mistakes?”
There is no doubt that Asgard Raven‘s anthemic sound can make any space feel like a stadium. His music, characterized by optimism and introspection, combines electric guitars and booming drums, yet also explores softer themes of love and reflection.
We learn that Asgard learned to play guitar during his army service in Cyprus, inspired by Oasis and disenchanted with pop radio. He began writing and recording seriously during the early days of COVID, drawing on universal experiences of life, love, and tragedy.
His style appeals to fans of the Gallagher brothers, Midnight Preachers, and Lennie Rayen. Radio X DJ John Kennedy called Asgard “a timeless classic,” and his music is frequently played on Amazing Radio and BBC Solent.
We have added Chasing Your Dreams to our New Music Spotlight playlist, and our brand new TIMELESS playlist, whilst we continue to stream the wider discography of Asgard Raven, including For Us All, and Rollercoaster!