Sasha & The Bear - “7.5 Years”

Brooklyn-based duo Sasha Daniel and Dov Igel, aka Sasha & the Bear, have returned to the blog with a heavenly slice of dream pop via “7.5 Years.”

For music lovers who seek the enchanting textures of an electronically-driven arrangement, look no further than this gentle and soothing conglomeration of infinite chill. A steady, digital rhythm provides the song with a heartbeat, with otherworldly layers of synths building the walls of the production. “7.5 Years” resides outside of our typical niche, but has won us over just the same.

A great deal of the magic here happens through the vocal work, with Daniel delivering a raw and emotionally-charged performance. “7.5 Years” enters our ears in the aftermath of a breakup and, according to the duo, captures “the grief of losing a profound love. The lyrics reflect a deep yearning to be chosen for who you truly are and reveal the raw struggle of navigating the feeling of being lost.”

With a refrain like “I’m not good at being lost,” the track is destined to deeply resonate with anyone who’s been left to sift through the remains of failed love, searching for pieces of themselves as they attempt to glue their hearts back together. And if history has taught us anything, it’s that this glue is often found in the healing power of music. For this reason alone, we implore you to get “7.5 Years” into your ears asap.

-HD

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