The artist borrows from a range of ideas and concepts to create his unique, hybrid sound
On his debut single ‘the grind’, emerging new artist Roel has immediately established a unique, hybrid sound that melds styles like alt-pop, chiptune and alternative rock to create something that feels entirely own but laced with nostalgia and charm thanks to its fun sonic quirks and energetic appeal.
The track takes inspiration from a variety of sources such as Nickelodeon theme songs and gameboys to painstakingly craft a sound that has this wildly experimental feel while maintaining a catchy and accessible edge throughout, anchored together by hard-hitting rhythms and Roel’s catchy melodies and likeable vocals to smooth its edges and ensure that it resonates with listeners. This is a debut release that feels both ambitious and charming, laying down a lot of unique ideas while bringing them together in a way that feels organic and raw. Roel’s sound feels as authentic as it does creative, and bodes well for the future of the fledgling artist.
