Drawing us in with an intimate piano soundscape with ethereal detailing, Shy-Anne Hovorka opens Fly Away with a high emotional quotient as she sings, “Frozen in time, but time won’t stand still, you said please don’t cry, you know that we will, angel wings growing how quickly you learned how to fly, holding your hand as we’re learning to say goodbye…”

We are moved by the concept of the song and Shy-Anne’s deep-rooted authenticity that manifests. The production is sublime, and Shy-Anne’s vocal range is incredible. Her soulful nature really manifests with her message and performance.

The layered harmonies add an angelic energy and cinematic allure the piece, which is perfect for a range of sync deals – a coming of age movie, or a remake of Beaches perhaps. Speaking on the release, Shy-Anne Hovorka confesses, “Fly Away is a heartfelt tribute born from love, loss, and the enduring power of music to carry our memories forward. This song is dedicated to my best friend, who left this world far too soon, yet continues to inspire courage, connection, and hope.”

Fly Away is accompanied by a stunning music video, which is filmed amid breathtaking natural landscapes. Sweeping drone shots and a moving narrative beautifully interweave to capture the song’s message of love and remembrance. Shy-Anne Hovorka’s deeply emotive performance serves as a touching tribute to her late friend, making the video as poetic as the song itself.

We learn that Shy-Anne Hovorka is an award-winning songwriter, multi-instrumentalist and humanitarian. Her self-released albums have sold over 15,000 copies worldwide. Her track Can’t Change the World was also featured in the TV series Blackstone.

Shy-Anne has released six acclaimed albums and earned multiple Aboriginal People’s Choice Music Awards, Indie Music Awards, and national recognition. As a performer, educator and cultural advocate, she blends her music with her work in Anishinaabemowin and Ojibwe traditions.

We love exploring Shy-Anne Hovorka‘s sonic universe, and have added Fly Away to our New Music Spotlight playlist, and our TIMELESS playlist, whilst we continue to stream her wider discography, including Goodbye, and Bones, and anticipate future releases from the visionary artist.

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Drawing us in with astral piano arpeggios and a brooding bassline with cerebral vocal ad libs, Trevor Drako opens Fly Away with a captivating hook and drama as he shares the prose, “Don’t you be surprised, if I go away, they want me to go, they want me to die or lock me in cage…”

The opus expands with a captivating flow as Trevor Drako shares his lived experience and what he currently faces as a human on planet Earth. His message feels authentic and alarming, whilst simultaneously being inspiring as he taps into the reasons why his enemies want him dead.

We love the whispered ad libs and the syncopated bar structure. Fly Away has a cinematic allure, fitting for a massive Hollywood movie with similar themes to the track. It serves as a bold and honest dive into emotional escape.

Naturally, we appreciate the genre expansive nature of the track, with a sound that blends hip-hop, country rock, and melodic soul, he delivers a raw track full of introspection. Every verse feels intentional – raw, and real.

The lyrics hit hard. Trevor lays bare his need for freedom, singing about the weight of life and his urge to break free. His voice wraps pain and reflection into something smooth and powerful. It’s clear he’s not just chasing hits, but he is telling us his story.

We will be adding Fly Away to our New Music Spotlight playlist, and our TRIPPY playlist as soon as it lands on Spotify. Meanwhile, we continue to explore Trevor Drako‘s growing discography, and anticipate future releases from the rising star.

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