Manila Killa unveils new music that includes Kwesi, publicizes debut album – Dancing Astronaut
by: Melisa Yuriar
Mar 17, 2022
Transferring Citadel label co-founder Chris Gavino, aka Manila Killa, is again with one other eloquently produced single, “Darkish Locations.” Regardless of the somber music title, this collaborative tune is something however. Singer-songwriter Kwesi contributes soul-stirring vocals that evoke a plaintive and introspective vitality. “We obtained love so don’t waste it; on darkish locations…” sings Kwesi. And whereas the music’s lyrics are poignant, they’re musings on selections and considerate phrases of encouragement. “We’ve got selections to make day by day and generally, the thoughts can go to darkish and unusual locations which can be usually unhealthy and damaging. This music is about discovering our approach out of that darkness and dealing to be higher for ourselves and people round us day by day,” shared Kwesi.
Recognized for his distinctly shifting type of manufacturing, Manila Killa pivots right into a extra percussion-heavy sound design in “Darkish Locations.” The deep-electronic observe is a mesmerizing concord of Kwesi’s hauntingly lovely vocals, Manila Killa’s signature atmospheric melodies, and subtly built-in synthesizers. “Darkish Locations” denotes a brand new period of perspective on the world and the way it pertains to music for the younger producer. “Emotions of nostalgia have overcome many people, together with me up to now two years and I wished to discover that realm via this music. After listening to the preliminary vocal demo, I instantly knew that I wished to attract inspiration from brooding, moody and darkish influences and Kwesi’s haunting voice and lyrics provide a glimpse of hope that I molded the instrumental manufacturing round,” stated Manila Killa.
“Darkish Locations” is the artist’s first launch since 2021’s “Imply It” with San Holo and Nick Lopez. After devoting years to the creation and touring of music as half of the lo-fi digital dance music duo Resort Garuda, and transitioning right into a solo act in 2018, Manilla Killa will lastly launch his personal debut album this summer season. Within the meantime, stream the brand new single beneath.
Featured picture: John Liwag
Classes: Music