Oceans Of Angels, an entity helmed by musical mastermind Sheldon Horvatic, create music of the most lilting, delicate, nuanced and evocative sort.
Consisting of six sparkling tracks that run the gamut from introspective reverie, heartbreak and self ownership to empathic reflection, ‘The Gift’, their latest EP sparkles with incandescent splendor and heartfelt compassion.
The type of Indie Rock-Pop that Sheldon Horvatic and crew conjure forth will undoubtedly appeal to folk that pine for music of the most emotive and glossy sort.
With the blissfuly disarming “Loaded Gun” beginning the proceedings in a bittersweet fashion, ‘The Gift’ proves to be an EP that is equal parts The Cure, The Smiths and Arctic Monkeys.
The previously released smash hit “Shattered Soldier” follows with its plucked notes, plodding tempo, sorrowful reverie and sweltering chorus.
Title track “The Gift” feeds into the overall themes of the EP with its poignant confluence of pained vocals and ballad oriented bluster. This song is a lovelorn labyrinth. Whether it’s the jostling chords, the softly strummed notes or the uptempo rhythms that are peppered throughout this track, every sonic element herein evokes feeling.
“Carnival” is a glittering, stadium poised tune that is filled to the brim with emotional gravitas and sentimentality.
With its heartwrenching chorus and sensitive crescendo “Still On Fire”is infectious. There is no doubt why this gentle piece of sonic craftmanship is a hit.
Ending the proceedings is the burst of sonic stardust that is “Only An Echo” which further solidifies Oceans Of Angels as an entity that is poised for commercial traction.
Due to be released on Friday the 17th of Feb be sure to keep your eyes peeled and ears open for ‘The Gift’ by Oceans Of Angels.
-Asher Locketz-