Chris Gale, the creative force behind the Norrie project, is a man of many talents. The Los Angeles-based songwriter-producer-comedian-actor-bisexual-poet-miniaturist has had a varied and impressive career, from writing music for ads to playing in bands, and that’s a résumé that shines through on his latest track, ‘my first moon song.’ A new addition following the release of his 2021 album, ‘A Cloud’, the new cut is a brilliant cut that perfectly blends pop sensibility with contemplative soundscapes.
A song about “the experience of changing,” Norrie’s latest is built around a deft balance of style and sentiment. The track kicks off with a steady, propulsive beat and shimmering synth tones that create a dreamy, atmospheric bed for Gale’s vocals. His voice, layered and gentle, weaves through the mix with an unassuming grace, making the song feel both intimate and expansive.
The track’s title is a nod to a fun fact Gale recently discovered: the moon used to have a name – Theia. This idea of changing, of discovering something new about a familiar object, is the central theme of the song. As the track progresses, the instrumentation becomes more complex, with blossoming synth lines and swirling textures building a sense of momentum and wonder. It’s in this sonic journey that the song finds its true identity, an easy-going track that builds to a crescendo without ever losing its sense of charm.
The highlight of the song is undoubtedly the moment when a burst of brass illuminates the song, a soaring touch that transforms the track from a lovely pop song into something truly special. This moment feels like a sunrise, a sudden and joyous flash that lifts the song to its peak before gently guiding it back down.
‘my first moon song’ is an undeniable song imbued with the power of growth and change, both in life and in music. It's an affirmation that it's always worth exploring new territories, whether it’s a new fact about the moon or a new direction for your sound.
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