By now you will certainly know of our obsession with composer, Marc Soucy. When we found out that the visionary creator was back with That Thing You Said, we couldn’t wait to listen and share our experience.
The opus offers a tantalizing and lush sonic journey, drawing us into its world through an intriguing mix of sensuality, narrative, and cinematic flair. That Thing You Said opens with an 80s-inspired, glistening soundscape that has a celestial quality, immediately catching our attention with its emotive and multi-dimensional nuances. The production shimmers with a sense of space, yet it feels intimate and intricate, setting a dreamy tone from the first few seconds.
As the song evolves, it introduces a charming and somewhat seductive melodic protagonist that invites us into a sensual journey, not just as a passive listener but as an active participant in the story Soucy is telling. This melodic line feels personal, almost conversational, as though Soucy is drawing us into an intimate moment. The seductive quality of the melody complements the evocative drum pattern, which holds a confident, almost tantric allure, adding rhythmic depth to the track while maintaining a cool, relaxed pace.
While That Thing You Said is contemporary in its sound, it carries an underlying orchestral presence that gives the song a cinematic edge and would also make for the perfect score of an adult film. The arrangement also evokes imagery akin to a formal ballroom scene, adding to the richness of the piece and offering a moment of narrative reset, as Soucy himself describes. The orchestral elements lend the track a sense of grandeur, drawing parallels to a film score where each note seems to advance the story forward.
This track, Soucy’s fourth release, stands apart from his earlier work, which leaned more into surreal and tense atmospheres. Here, there’s a distinct shift in tone, with That Thing You Said embracing a more relaxed, positive vibe. Soucy successfully evokes the feeling of lounging on a hot day with refreshing drinks – a sense of languid tranquility permeates the track. It’s easy to imagine couples in vignettes, sharing intimate moments, enveloped in the warmth of the day and the warmth of each other. This relaxed, almost daydream-like quality is heightened by the lush instrumental arrangements, where orchestral textures blend seamlessly with electronic elements.
The track feels like a masterclass in musical balance. Soucy blends his various influences – 80s synths, orchestral strings, hybrid electronic styles – into something cohesive, fresh, and emotionally resonant. His decades of experience as a composer and producer shine through in the precision of the mix, the clever use of space, and the way the track unfolds like a cinematic piece.
With this single, Soucy continues to explore the outer reaches of his style, pushing boundaries while maintaining a clear emotional and narrative throughline. His ability to take something as simple as a moment, and expand it into a multi-dimensional, sensory experience is what makes this track so compelling. We have added That Thing You Said to our New Music Spotlight playlist, as well as our TIMELESS playlist, whilst we continue to stream Marc Soucy‘s exquisite, growing discography.