We previously featured Ana April for bringing to life her seductive and cerebral universe with the cinematic and dimensional single, Unarmed and Naked, so when we heard that Ana was back with the aptly titled, Revolution, our interest was piqued, and we couldn’t wait to immerse ourselves in her art once again.
Revolution opens with an ethereal and psychedelic production, akin to stepping into a spiritual dimension, with elegant acoustic guitar notions and a luscious string arrangement. Ana shares situational, observational prose with poetic prowess and a unique brand of narrative-driven storytelling honing in on her muse, a man of revolution.
We appreciate the cinematic way that the song is written and could imagine it in a film like the Oscar-winning, One Battle After Another, which features protagonists similar to what Ana depicts in her lyricism.
As for the details, Ana tells us the track is designed to encourage listeners to reflect on the idea that meaningful change begins within. She says, “While it may appear accessible on the surface, Revolution offers a thoughtful and critical message. From the perspective of a reserved observer, the song delicately suggests that every significant transformation originates within our own minds.”
Revolution intentionally invites personal interpretation, which can be paralleled to the current socio-political climate, and in that sense it is very zeitgeist. It shows us that shifting one’s perspective, and the notion of challenging preconceived ideas, can indeed spark transformation.
The song is written by Ana April (aka Anita Deborah Baettig) and arranged alongside Joris Amann, who performs guitars and bass. The track was mixed and mastered by Martin Kohler. The trippy sensibilities and cosmic guitars remind us of Lana Del Rey‘s Ultraviolence era and early Tori Amos.
Ana cites influences including Janis Joplin, The Beatles, Kate Bush, Supertramp, and Pink Floyd, which we can also feel come to life. The rising artist grew up surrounded by an extensive record collection and a family deeply connected to the music scene of San Francisco’s hippie era, which also transpires in this track.
We have added Revolution to our New Music Spotlight playlist, and our TIMELESS playlist, whilst we continue to stream the wider discography of Ana April, including Over, and Good Reason.