When I listened to Artificial Incline's “Sound of Thunder” it struck me deeply. The track at its Strathmore Canada roots emits similar emotions as reminiscing about memories with someone who knows the depth of love and loss. A driving guitar performance takes you into a sensitive emotional space where sadness meets past memories alongside unexpected moments of optimism.
The song tracks the emotional pattern of loss through musical passages where sadness descends forcefully yet eventually dissipates to make you somewhat gentler. Artificial Incline sings with the tired authenticity of someone who has faced life's challenges, thus creating a small break in their voice. At fifteen years old, they wrote the initial lyrics which matured through the years to portray the deep pain of losing contact with someone. The lyrics present themselves like visual memories because of their heartfelt methods of composition.
The musical structure unfolds at a measured pace but understands exactly when to rise into its highest points. Guitars in this track use different levels of intensity while they guide the audience from peaceful moments to powerful emotional heights. The production blends modern technology with soulful elements to create a feeling of proximity without losing openness which gives the listen a sense of being in the same room. The song plays in an endless loop because listening to it reveals new layers of the narrative.
To me “Sound of Thunder” represents the core reason I love music since it gives me the comfort of a confidant who allows me to experience difficult emotions. Artificial Incline infused their entire essence into a musical production which stays in listeners' hearts through its heartfelt tribute to loved ones and the power to carry on.
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