Jasmine Iona - “Meteorites”
Jasmine Iona‘s “Meteorites” is a captivating indie track that draws listeners in with its dreamy atmosphere and expertly crafted production.
Ethereal synth pads establish the mood for the song, giving it an otherworldly and reflective feel. Drums are then introduced, lending a nice, powerful percussive texture to the track, and bass and throbbing synths enhance the rhythmic pulse of the song. The production of the song is superb, with skillful usage of several synthesizers to produce melodic parts, and vocal and ear candy effects that ensure there is a sense of constant change.
The song’s dynamic breaks are perfectly executed, contributing to the track’s suspense and sense of surprise. The finale of “Meteorites” is very powerful, with gritty, dark synths that give the song’s dreamlike mood an edge. The message here is one of facing childhood phobias and is nicely complemented by Jasmine Iona’s sensitive and delicate vocal performance. The track gains depth from the modest supporting vocal components and the voice’s use of delay effects, further enveloping listeners in its ethereal soundscapes.
“Meteorites” is fundamentally a song about discovering meaning and strength in embracing the unknowable. With a refreshing honesty, Jasmine Iona’s lyrics explore themes of anxiety and self-discovery. They are both intimate and relatable. Overall, “Meteorites” is definitely one to look up. The whole arrangement’s inventiveness and creativity makes me want to compare the craftmanship to an artist like Grimes. For me, Jasmine Iona has created something really special here.