Nambo, a well-known DJ and producer from Los Angeles is back in the spotlight with his latest single, ‘To Run Away’. A poignant track that provides a peaceful haven in an era of incessant digital noise, the new single is a contemplative, sun-kissed slice of acoustic soul that shines with a timeless, intimate feel.
It’s a song that perfectly demonstrates Nambo's versatility as an artist who is equally at ease with the complexities of Latin soul music as he is with the exhilaration of EDM. The song introduces a tender vulnerability that permeates every part of the track. It’s a song that comes from a place of pain, as Nambo shared, “the song started from a fragile place I was taken to the hospital when I started writing it. I had an Anterior vs. Posterior Cervical Fusion Surgery, While I was in pain, weakness and in silence I needed to create in order to keep moving forward. not to lose myself.”
The music itself reflects this story; the acoustic guitar has a delicate yet resolute touch, while the song's straightforward arrangement shines. The beautifully sung vocals effortlessly float over the warm foundation provided by the delicate strumming. The melody, a beautiful, leisurely affair that begs you to just close your eyes and fall asleep, is instantly memorable. But what really stands out is the classic use of brass. It's a subtle but excellent addition that gives the song a hint of classic soul and makes it more than just a folk-pop song, creating a gentle, melodic touch that resembles a warm embrace rather than loud fanfare.
At it's heart, ‘To Run Away’ is a lovely and poignant composition. Despite being an original composition that was inspired by hardship, it exudes a subdued sense of optimism and fortitude. Nambo's most recent creation is a blissful escape that is well worth the trip for anyone looking for some quiet time or a sound to lose themselves in.
His music is, as he describes it, "a vehicle for connection," a bridge between different places and genres, and his latest single embodies this perfectly. While not officially released until August 22nd, you can stream an exclusive preview of the new single above.
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