Coming out of Edinburgh’s alternative rock music sphere, newcomer super guru is an artist who pairs the impact of riff-driven rock with thoughtful songwriting. While his music carries the energy and momentum expected of modern alternative rock, its ultimate vision comes from a place that’s altogether more reflective. Every super guru song begins with the questions people quietly ask themselves, exploring personal experiences, emotional contradictions and the complex nature of life with equal doses of honesty, humour and self-awareness.
His musical expression has been years in the making, with super guru developing his sound away from the spotlight, writing and recording in isolation while gradually forming an original artistic voice. Initially eschewing attention, he focused on creating songs that genuinely reflected his perspective and now, after years spent shaping that sound in isolation, he’s finally opening the door to listeners, beginning what’s set to be a carefully considered new chapter.
That patience is readily apparent in the music itself; taking cues from artists including Queens of the Stone Age, Biffy Clyro, Muse and Arctic Monkeys, super guru blends driving guitars, memorable melodies and commanding vocal performances with meaningful lyricism. In his songwriting, heavy emotional themes are offset by wit, irony and a confidence that makes even the most contemplative moments feel approachable. There’s bold riffs and energetic arrangements but beneath the surface sits an artist keen to examine why people think, behave and connect the way they do.
That context is now captured on his debut single titled “Be Like You,” a track that unveils both the musical and lyrical stylings of the project in spectacular fashion. The track serves up the potent punch of an alternative rock anthem but instilled within its driving energy sit an exploration of recognising when people who claim to offer support are actually planting seeds of doubt. super guru frames the song with sharp irony, with the repeated chorus line, “So what should I do, should I be like you?” becoming a pointed act of defiance, turning criticism back towards those who disguise negativity as helpful advice.
Jumping straight into a grooving, riff-driven alternative rock scene, the stab of guitar notes, bright leads and strike of drums forms a bouncy energy as super guru’s impassioned vocals roll above with moody delivery. Gliding with gripping rock aesthetic, the track surges into an engrossing chorus brimming with rousing instrumentation and punching drums capped by infectious vocal leads. The contrast between swaggering verses and riveting hook-driven choruses forms a thrilling contrast that results in an epic rock rollercoaster that’s sure to win over fans across the UK and beyond.
Putting his songwriting talent, performance panache and production flair on full display, “Be Like You” sees super guru make an incredible entrance as a must watch artist on the rise. As he plans to share more material every month going forward, we can’t wait to see what else this exciting new artist has in store for what’s sure to be his breakout year.
Listen to Be Like You below
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