Cyote - “none the wise”
Photos: Peter Moore
Cyote’s latest release, “none the wise,” is a hauntingly beautiful ode to the experience and feelings of isolation. The song’s gentle and driving nature, coupled with its sparse arrangement, creates a powerful sonic experience that is both haunting and spiritual.
The song is built around a finger-picking pattern and tapping drum groove, with a shaker being the only addition to the percussion. However, despite the minimal instrumentation, there is an earnestness to the sound. The lead vocal is evocative, almost ethereal, and carries a sense of longing that is palpable throughout the track.
As the song progresses, the vocal gains more assertion over some sections, and it is beautifully supported by the clean electric guitar. The sparse nature of the song allows each instrument and vocal to shine, creating a beautiful soundscape that is intimate and powerful.
Lyrically, “none the wise” speaks to the experience of isolation and is poetic and introspective, painting a vivid picture of the emotion. The song is full of melancholic beauty and it’s a must-listen for anyone who loves Cat Power or Weyes Blood.