Varun Das releases his latest single, ‘Childlike’, showcasing his rich artistry with an innovative spin using jazz and progressive rock elements. The track is a stunning auditory experience with beautifully intricate rhythms and an impressive technical depth.

Based in New York, Varun Das is an emerging drummer, composer, and educator. He draws inspiration from the sophisticated and delicate compositions of Indian classical music while holding the soul of jazz and Black American music. 

The track opens up slowly, taking its time, each instrument figuring out the space it’s about to hold. Childlike, has sudden bursts of energy and also has moments of stillness. It provides a rich tapestry using drums, saxophones, and guitars. Each instrument feels like it has its own voice, and their harmonization feels like a conversation. 

The saxophone work deserves special mention as it binds the whole piece together. The guitars, the keys, and the drums add texture to the song, making it sound more immersive. The track shows immense mastery of every instrument used, which normally would intimidate the listener, but Childlike has a welcoming warmth to it. It feels like a song you would find playing at a romantic dinner or in a dimly lit bar while catching up with old school friends. It’s a song that you’ll find playing behind your happy memories.

You can listen to Childlike by Varun Das on popular platforms like Spotify, Apple Music, and Amazon Music!

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