Dashiell Le Francis - “The Undertow”
From Los Angeles, Dashiell Le Francis has just released the magnificently nostalgic indie rock track, “The Undertow.” The song has a captivating, 1970s Brian Eno vibe running through it, which is nearly impossible to resist.
“The Undertow” is built upon a warm, pulsing bass line that provides a driving sense of momentum. Drums enhance this groove, with a laid-back, yet incredibly slick beat. Enhancing the rhythm is reflective piano tones that gloriously sustain within the composition. These layers permeate classic 1970s pop / rock in all the right ways, as if they have been infused with the spirit of Bowie or Lou Reed.
As the song progresses “The Undertow” has an irresistible feeling of dynamic growth and width. Over the chorus sections, lead guitar adds warm, weaving licks. There is also a Brian Eno-tinged sound throughout, reminiscent of “Another Green World,” with elegant and immersive layers. The vocal performance of Le Francis truly makes this track special, with a delivery that is strikingly inviting, reflective, and seemingly effortless.
Themes of time, loss, regret, and nostalgia are all explored in the lyrics. “The Undertow” is a metaphor for how life drags a person down into a murky undercurrent, from which they can only look up, yearning to once again emerge. This is a solid indie rock track that delightfully captures that classic 1970s flair, perfect for any music lover.