Drawing us in with a celestial organ soundscape, expanding with textured drums and astral frequencies, Soft as Hell opens I’d Rather Fly with dimensionality and a meditative energy evoking a high emotional quotient.
We appreciate the cinematic allure of the soundscape and the psychedelic notions that manifest. There is no doubt that the composition would be perfect as the score of a Sofia Coppola film, or perhaps an episode of Nine Perfect Strangers.
The chord progressions are sublime, and the ethereal guitar presence is transcendental. The sonic switch-up mid-way through to a more hypnotic energy with repeated motifs is welcome. It feels highly zen yet cerebral, leading us through to the final moments of the song.
The layered textures create a sense of airy weightlessness, whilst the subtle ambient details enhance the track’s unique, immersive atmosphere. It’s almost dreamlike. We could imagine hearing it on the poolside playlist of Petit Ermitage‘s rooftop – Cirque Gitane – in West Hollywood, where they often share trippy songs like this.
Speaking on the release, Soft as Hell poignantly says, “I’d Rather Fly promises to transport listeners to a realm where music serves as the soundtrack to a non-existent movie.” The British artist, based in Brighton, cites Pink Floyd, Tangerine Dream, and Western films as sonic influences, which we can feel come to life, although there is no doubt that Soft as Hell is creating a universe unto his own design.
The rising artist tells us, “I wrote the music and played all instruments on the single except for the drums which were played by Jamie-Ray Scarratt of Raygun Studios in Brighton.”
Needless to say, we are in awe, and deeply connect with what Soft as Hell is creating. We have added I’d Rather Fly to our New Music Spotlight playlist, and our TIMELESS and TRIPPY playlists, whilst we continue to stream Soft as Hell‘s debut single, Forgotten October.