Shealagh Rose - “Radio Silence”

Photo by Calm Elliott-Armstrong

From Hamilton, Ontario, singer-songwriter Shealagh Rose arrives on our blog with “Radio Silence,” a track that traverses the fallout between friends.

An impactful rhythm section is the driving force of the arrangement, with a deep kick and tight snare that bind perfectly with the round notes from a bass. Gritty and open guitar chords span the top of the sonic landscape, with the more subtle plucks of strings rounding out the overall sound.

Shealagh’s vocal performance is spectacularly modern, conjuring the vibes of boygenius as she delves into the aftermath of a tumultuous ordeal. The events eventually led to the two friends not speaking, hence the song’s title. Luckily, for music lovers, some of the best songs come from the darkness and “Radio Silence” is no exception.

Layers of breathy harmonies line the composition, as well as delicate doubles that add a dreamy character to the production. Combined with the reverberating guitar textures, the song sways back and forth, from indie rock to the delightful hints of dream pop. The final third utilizes a rich dynamic shift, ultimately culminating in a wall of overdriven guitar tones, instilling a vast sense of ebb and flow and ensuring that every listener comes back to this one.

While “Radio Silence” was built upon the turmoil between two friends, Shealagh assures us that everything has been resolved, adding that the song was written “after a big argument which was sparked over a series of small annoyances with each other… It felt worse than a break up… we thankfully made up and apologized and we’re still closer than ever!”

“Radio Silence” is now available everywhere you get your music. Connect with Shealagh Rose: Bandcamp • Instagram • YouTube • Spotify • Apple Music • Website

-HD