Originally hailing from South London before growing up in the countryside, Prince of Sweden is an artist who was first introduced to the world of music via a guitar acquired from the farm opposite his house. This artist’s journey from rural beginnings to the heart of the UK music scene has been a long time in the making and resulted in a spectacular sonic output that’s been charming fans around the world.
Moving back to London in his early twenties, Prince of Sweden has been going from strength to strength while sharing his musical vision. Drawing inspiration from classic songwriters such as Nick Cave and Leonard Cohen, he’s created a unique style that blends tender lyricism and soulful sound.
In 2020 he unveiled his sound with the debut single “If You Speak to Her, Tell Her Thanks for Me,” which he followed up with two singles the next year ahead of his debut EP, titled Live from a Dark Room. With more singles and his sophomore EP, Kicking out Time, earlier this year he returned with “The Electric Blue,” the lead single from his upcoming debut full-length record Beneath the Big Top which is set to drop at the end of next month. Now bringing us the next taste of the release, he brings us the second single lifted from the album with “The Elephant in the Room.”
With his new single, Prince of Sweden crafts an expansive musical journey across an epic seven and a half minute soundscape that flows from a delicate minimal arrangement to a lofty indie rock anthem. Started with soft clean guitar tones, setting an airy backdrop for the artist’s rich voice to cut through and spin storytelling lyricism via smooth melodies and hushed delivery.
Sparse percussive shots pepper the arrangement, gradually tumbling into a laid back rhythm as the twangs of lightly gritty electric guitar notes ring out alongside his vocals above the strum of chords. Injecting energy with the snap of drums and plod of bass guitar, the song guides you through a truly immersive scene that’s at once impactful and beautifully fragile.
Cut with slick lead guitar flourishes and carried by the steady thread of his compelling vocal performance, the track rises to an epic crescendo of splashing drums and stacked guitar tones, resulting in a memorable finale. It’s a stunning showcase of this talented artist’s enduring songwriting flair and performance panache that further builds up the excitement for his highly anticipated forthcoming debut album.
Listen to The Elephant in the Room below
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