Coming out of San Ramon in California, a funk fusion sensation known as Moving Van has been leaving a mark since it formed in 2019. This five-piece ensemble features the talents of Miranda Shakes on vocals, Josh Clouse on guitar, Ian Carlton on keys, Lars Aquinonez on bass and Liam McKay on drums. With roots in San Ramon, Fremont and San Francisco, Moving Van blends soul, rock and funk into a musical concoction that’s been lighting up the local scene.
The band’s journey through iconic venues like San Francisco’s Brick and Mortar and Bottom of the Hill has seen them play nearly sold-out shows. The buzzing crowds attest to Moving Van’s ability to captivate audiences with their diverse sound and compelling performances.
With their studio music, the first made their entrance last year with the debut single “Dul-De-Sac” which they followed up with sophomore single “Popcorn” earlier this year. Now they bring us their latest release with their third single titled “Ouroboros,” a soca-inspired rock jam that’s brimming with infectious rhythm, slick musicianship and compelling lead vocals.
With “Ouroboros,” the band delivers a celebration of cyclicality and renewal, a rhythmic journey perfectly timed for the upcoming season and beyond. This track encourages listeners to explore the depths of their own experiences while surrendering to a beat and losing themselves in the music.
Opened by bright piano chord stabs as Latin-style rhythms build up, the song bursts with colourful energy as Miranda’s elegant vocal leads flutter above the vibrant arrangement. Maintaining a grooving feel throughout, intricate guitar flourishes cut between the piano as the band’s backing vocals form a smooth choir that raises the energy below Miranda’s lead voice.
It’s a superb new track that showcases the band’s songwriting talent and performance panache while capturing the spirit of carnival filtered through their own highly original sound. As they continue to go from strength to strength with each move and win over crowds with their live shows, the future certainly looks bright for this exciting quintet on the rise.
Listen to Ouroboros below
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