Establishing the mood with a glistening astral bell frequency, expanding with a dimensional synth crescendo into a sublime guitar soundscape, Harry Kappen opens The Longing with intrigue before singing, “Never lost the passion, still longing for your love, you’re out of sight, I’m looking for some precious moments…”
The opus trips into a bold and almost avant-garde rock energy reminiscent of early Bowie as orchestral strings evoke a James Bond 007-esque vibe, inviting us into a more dramatic universe. We appreciate the sonic ebbs and flows of the piece, keeping us enthralled throughout.
There is a cinematic allure that manifests alongside Harry Kappen‘s philosophical prose. The middle eight serves as a meditative moment before an exceptional guitar solo sends us astral. We are in awe of the instrumental mastery and the evocative build, leading us to an iconic finale!
We learn that The Longing is the latest single by Dutch musician and music therapist Harry Kappen, who is now based in Mexico City. It’s the fourth single and opening track from his upcoming album, FOUR. The song is designed to explore the eternal battle between head and heart, which is a deeply human struggle that Kappen expresses through raw emotion and his reflective lyricism.
Following the personal Courage (about his wife and move to Mexico), the political Break These Chains, and the acclaimed Be Brave If You Can, this new track delves into a more universal theme. Musically, we are obsessed with the shifts between quiet introspection and hard rock power, showcasing the artist’s dynamism and range.
Influenced by legends like Lennon & McCartney, Prince, David Bowie, Thom Yorke, Alanis Morissette, Knower, and Led Zeppelin, Kappen has crafted a sound that is authentically his own. We love what he is manifesting, and have added The Longing to our New Music Spotlight playlist, and our TIMELESS playlist, whilst we continue to stream Harry Kappen‘s wider discography, and anticipate future releases from the star.