Message To Bears has unveiled his latest ethereal offering, ‘Open Lungs’, on 28 March via Lost Birds Records. The track holds a delicate and heartwarming atmosphere, interwoven with an unwavering sense of safety and warmth throughout. ‘Open Lungs’ delves into the monumental power of breath, and guides the listener on a healing journey from overwhelming anxiety, to a sense of balance and calm. The single kicks off with a delicate ambience, featuring soft, droning pads, intricate percussion and haunting vocals. As it progresses, the song grows with hope and intensity, adding reverb-drenched instrumentation with the lyrics; “My lungs on fire.”
Sharing his thoughts on the track, Message To Bears revealed: “‘Open Lungs’ is a reflection on the connection between breath and anxiety. I’ve always been obsessed with the role that my lungs play in how I feel. As the instrumentation increases, I wanted this to reflect the idea of being able to breathe properly again.”
With over 200 million streams and counting, the Bristol-based artist’s emotive fusion of ambient, folk, and post-rock has garnered him a loyal following. His sumptuous, cinematic soundscapes have been supported by the likes of BBC Radio, NPR and KEXP. He’s also been featured in tastemaker publications like Vulture, Stereogum and Teen Vogue, while his music has appeared on Netflix shows Virgin River and Warrior Nun.
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