Based in the Swedish capital of Stockholm, Purple Stone is a music duo formed by Johan Hansson and David Skog, each hailing from the northern reaches of the country. Their musical identity refuses to be boxed into any one particular genre or style, drawing from an array of influences to craft a sound that’s entirely their own.
Built on dreamy, atmospheric harmonies and a penchant for analogue synths and washed-out reverbs, Purple Stone stitches a sonic fabric that envelops the senses and transports listeners to distant musical landscapes. At the start of 2022, they unveiled their sound to the world via their debut single “Alfie,” followed up by singles two and three in the build up to their eponymous first record.
Since then, they’ve shared a string of well-received tracks as well as their debut EP titled Love Love Love last year. Now they bring us their latest release “A Little Something,” the lead single and opening track lifted from their brand new sophomore EP, The Morning Sun. Written about facing reality and remaining steadfast while embracing life, the new single offers the perfect taste of Purple Stone’s highly original sound.
Setting a hazy lo-fi scene with fuzzy sonic texture, the warm strums of acoustic guitar and airy lead plucks drenched in a stretching reverb is met with the laid back snap of a beat. Elegant guitar notes dance gently above as the mellow groove drives the song forward with a lilting sway.
Smooth vocals drift above carrying blissful melodies and heartfelt lyricism, resulting in an alluring sound of enchanting dream pop music. The silky aesthetic of the arrangement is subtly contrasted by the crisp punch of the drums as floating vocal leads are lifted by lush backing layers to craft an immersive sound of sweet melodies that’s impossible not to love.
The perfect display of the unique musical world that Purple Stone pieces together, “A Little Something” delivers a charming sound to get completely lost in. It’s a stellar demonstration of the duo’s enduring songwriting flair and their ability to bring their sound to life in a delightful and thoroughly enjoyable way.
Listen to A Little Something below
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