Mason Summit is a Nashville-based singer-songwriter, producer and multi-instrumentalist whose music incorporates elements of folk, power pop, jazz, country and psychedelic rock. Born and raised in Los Angeles, Mason has made a name for himself in the music world, performing along the California coast and releasing a series of self-produced albums.
His songs often feature reflective, darkly humorous lyrics and inventive arrangements, exploring deep themes such as grief, mental illness, injustice and mortality. His journey in music began with the release of his first album, Gunpowder Tracks, in 2016.
Since then, he’s continuously evolved as an artist, releasing a string of singles and albums that showcase his growth and versatility. In May 2020, Mason graduated Magna Cum Laude from the USC Thornton School of Music which coincided with the release of his latest album, Negative Space. His musical repertoire extends beyond his solo work, as he has produced and recorded with artists such as Irene Greene, Jensen McRae, Jaw Talk, Ali Angel, and Cameron Scott Roberts. In 2021, Mason and his fiancée, Irene Greene, formed the angsty Americana duo, The Prickly Pair and have since released several singles.
Now, Mason Summit brings us his latest single and first release of the year with the new song titled “Bystander.” This rock protest song dissects the theme of American complacency in the face of domestic and global injustices.
As an Ashkenazi Jew, Mason wrote this song last fall, reflecting on the silence surrounding Israel’s ongoing siege of Gaza. Set against this profound context, he casts a poignant indie rock anthem that flows from jangly tones and smooth vocal leads to a moody and rousing chorus that wraps his meaningful lyricism in an epic rock context.
Catchy and memorable, yet retaining the seriousness of its origins, “Bystander” sees Mason Summit serve up a powerful musical moment that crescendos with a slick guitar solo before floating down to a delicate acoustic moment. It’s yet another display of his songwriting flair that’s won over fans previously, this time tackling a new and important subject matter to deliver a moving and enjoyable new single from this talented artist.
Listen to Bystander below
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