Establishing the mood with a dimensional, synth-pop soundscape, Palm Lakes open Silent Types with atmospheric vocals and metaphorical lyrics. There is a cinematic allure to the song, and we appreciate the philosophical depth that the duo shares.
We immediately connect with retro-futurism that manifests with the song, the layered vocals, the sound design nuances and the anthemic choruses. There is never a dull moment with the track – it is dynamic, captivating and holds a high emotional quotient as the band sings, “I don’t want to lose control, but it’s taken hold and it won’t let go…”
There is no doubt that Silent Types is perfect for various movie synch deals – perhaps a coming of age story on Netflix with a similar theme to the prose, or even a sequel to Drive. The song leans into a sense of romantic nostalgia, and the synth solo is simply transcendental.
As for the mix, it is polished and melodic, yet there’s something highly personal beneath the gloss. A lived experience that comes through in the vocal performance and the overarching message. The words speak to fleeting moments that suddenly resurface. It serves as a meditation on echoes, on how some people stay with us, even when they’ve long disappeared from our lives.
We can only imagine how epic it would be to experience Palm Lakes in a live setting. The soaring synths and the deep rooted authenticity that comes to life with the track. The instrumental mastery and melodic proficiency alone make this a certifiable hit, but the essence of raw relatability is what makes Silent Types timeless.
Silent Types marks the duo’s third release in a six-track series. Naturally, we have added the opus to our New Music Spotlight playlist, and our TIMELESS playlist, whilst we continue to stream the duo’s accompanying releases, Everything I’ve Ever Loved, and Motorcycle At Night, and anticipate the remaining three tracks!