A haunting debut single with lingering atmospheric immersion, “Into the Neon” is a thorough success from Greatr Fool, the Oakland-based electronic duo of producers Nathan Kamps-Hughes and Jonathan Lane. Ominous lyricism like “the tide is coming in” is delivered with a chilly, dynamic tone — reminding of a cross between Thom Yorke’s spine-tingling ghostliness and James Blake’s soulful charisma.
A mixture of ambient synths, trickling guitar, and noir-inspired textures complement the mysterious vocal feeling, casting a spell that feels both hypnotic and fit for cold, barren nights. This is a standout track that has us firmly anticipating Greatr Fool’s debut album, Time Out, out next year.
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This and other tracks featured this month can be streamed on the updating Obscure Sound’s ‘Emerging Singles’ Spotify playlist.
