SINGLE REVIEW: JARED DEMEESTER “LOBSTER SONG”
Loosely inspired by Phoebe Buffay’s famous lobster tale from the 90s sitcom hit, Friends, “Lobster Song” aims to capture the magical feeling of true love and its melancholy undertone of searching and waiting. Classic cues and emotive strings, laid-back brushes on snares, and untuned piano, Jared Demeester brought back memories of a nostalgic, heartwarming 50s jazz setting its scene in black and white pictures collecting the all-time favorite scenes.
“And when; I hear your name I hear a song. A song that we could sway to. That night; Standing on the stairs alone; With flowers and tuxedo. More light; Than any sun or any moon. My dear it’s true, know my heart; Belongs to you, and only you”
Old fashioned and stubborn with a touch of childlike cleverness and naughtiness reminding you of the old couples who still share the charms and love after years of marriage. Heartwarming and lighthearted, Demeester created the perfect sonic ground for romance blending the classic sound with indie-folk texture.
Stemming from the same aesthetic of vintage records, “Lobster Song” preserves something true and personal to its performance. Growing up in a musical, artistic household with music of all kinds playing in the background, Jared Demeester has developed an intuitive musical sense since a young age.
Diving deeper into Charles Mingus, Ella, and Louis albums, Billie Holidays later, Demeester developed a taste in jazz which pushed him further into the direction. After earning a degree in jazz studies, the artist has been focusing on touring and recording, as well as co-founding a music academy in Michigan.
Written by Katrina Yang
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