The keen reader might remember Swedish alt-pop riser kneeshake from an article we published back in October, praising ‘I’D RATHER BE DARK’ as “offering a meaningful and deep lyrical journey that’s personal, introspective and incredibly vulnerable”. We stand by our words: in fact, such a statement synthesises the whole project in a nutshell. kneeshake crafts music that serves a higher purpose, the result of a committed process of reflection. ‘Godstruck’ is the perfect evidence of that.
Marking kneeshake’s latest effort, ‘Godstruck’ follows up from ‘Kiss Is A Knife’, tracing a contemporary aural picture that feels bold and partly leftfield. From a production standpoint, the track embraces an intoxicating mix of cinematic, luscious synth work and jungle-esque grooves, birthing a hypnotic instrumental, one that feels intense and urgent. kneeshake’s dynamic vocals are the cherry on the cake, guiding the listening experience with charisma and confidence.
Delving deeper into the introspective ethos that propels the record, kneeshake explains: “The song is a reflection on how I used to give my power away, it’s a celebration of where I am today and all the internal obstacles I had to overcome. I’m no longer lost… I found my power!” Simply, ‘Godstruck’ sees the Swedish artist practising true authenticity, remaining true to himself while projecting his best qualities onto the wider world. Relatable, don’t you think?
Recommended! Discover ‘Godstruck’ now: