Setting the tone with a psychedelic banjo soundscape with cosmic frequencies and a playful bass, Casey Louis opens growing pains with the profound lyrics, “It blows my mind how much I haven’t seen, it hurts to know how I will never see the big picture…”
We deeply connect with the high emotional quotient of the composition and the surrealist ebbs and flows with a meditative overarching vibe that compliments the introspective nature of the prose. There is no doubt that the track holds a cinematic allure, perfect for a coming-of-age movie, perhaps a montage scene in something like Julia Ducournau’s surreal drama Alpha, or the Argentinian film The River Train.
The sonic switch-up mid-way though feels optimistic at its core. We appreciate the textured drums, the cerebral vocal production and the wisdom that transmutes with the evolution of the lyrics. The track overall feels super dimensional and cosmic.
Speaking on his influences, Casey Louis says, “Bon Iver is a big influence, as well as Sufjan Stevens and Tame Impala.” He also cites Pink Floyd and The Beatles, which we can feel come through with his sound, although there is no doubt that Casey is manifesting a sonic universe unto his own.
With reference to the concept of the track, the Los Angeles-based artist adds, “I am getting used to getting old. It hurts. But it happens to us all, and I’m now trying to navigate it, and minimize the growing pains.”
We learn that growing pains serves as the lead single for Casey Louis‘s upcoming album The Bigger Picture, which is a 15-track project that will delve into the complexities of life and personal growth.
Needless to say we are in awe, and have added growing pains to our New Music Spotlight playlist, and our TIMELESS playlist, whilst we continue to stream Casey Lewis‘s growing discography, and anticipate the release of The Bigger Picture!