Experience the holiday season in its wholesome best with Amurrayz’s heartwarming acoustic folk pop single, ‘This Time of Year’!
The track features sublime string arrangements, light percussions and soulful duet vocals. It strikes a deep emotional resonance, connecting to the greater reflective feeling we get around the holidays. It’s not all about glitter, joy and celebrations; the track pays homage to the feelings of remembrance and sorrow as we reflect on the year passed, honoring those who are no longer with us.
‘This Time of Year’ opens onto a stirring, harmonious choir section, setting the tone warmly. A wonderfully upbeat arrangement of acoustic guitar and violin blooms into action, expressively and cinematically. Enter the deep, reflective vocals.
‘Christmas comes & then New Year….We share our love and shed a tear…’
The lyrics wax poetic on the multi-faceted emotions that come up during this time. He smartly, melodically acknowledges that this time isn’t all about cheer; there’s a definite heavy air of reflection and overwhelm. For many who’ve lost loved ones, this becomes an especially trying time, as they have no other way but to quietly grieve in the memories. Battling through thoughts of past and future can make this season feel anxious for many.
His vocal tone is warm, empathatic and assuring. Paired with subtle, layered choral tones, his voice shines like a guiding light in the winter darkness.
Musically, ‘This Time of Year’ emanates a beautiful balance between light and dark. There’s no doubt that the violin plays a big part in conveying that contrasting emotional tone so well. But it’s also the subtle little touches that endear, if you listen closely.
Like the surprise horn cameo that bursts to gleeful life right at the end. It concludes the track in a bright, cheerful way while the swelling choral arrangements add depth and soul.
So, if you’re looking for a Christmas song that breaks the mold ever so melodiously and hits a more relatable emotional tone, check out ‘Amurrayz – This Time of Year’ on Spotify! Happy Holidays!
