Meir Levine - “Waiting”
New York-based Meir Levine has just released the indie folk love ballad “Waiting.” The track is lush, moody, and gorgeously melancholic, permeating with a profound sense of longing.
“Waiting” opens to the subdued warbling sounds of guitar that create a mellow and contemplative atmosphere. Harder edged piano soon enters, cutting through this mood with a rich, dark sustaining quality, building tension. Drums push the arrangement forward whilst splashes of lap steel cry with lamenting beauty.
As the track progresses, gentle pulsating synth keys are added, heightening the reflective tones and creating a sense of lift and movement. Synth pads are also used during the musical break to enhance this sense of lift, further helping to build anticipation for the track’s immersive crescendo.
What really makes “Waiting” a standout track is the soulful and heartfelt vocal performance of Meir Levine. There is a palpable, emotional depth to the delivery, which is truly stunning. The various harmonising layers of backing vocals consolidate this perfectly. The track is simply a pleasure to listen to.
“Waiting” is a well-crafted indie folk track that has distills a true sense of longing and emotion. The lush instrumentation and poignant vocals make this a song that should not be missed.