On his latest single, “Truth Hurts,” Dylon Maggio delivers a masterclass in the fusing of rock’s raw edge with pop’s irresistible hooks. The track kicks off with a gorgeously distorted guitar riff that immediately hooks the listener, setting the stage for what’s to come. As the layers build, Dylon’s voice enters with the power and finesse that only come from years of dedicated training. The result is a song that is both catchy and deeply introspective, carrying a conversational tone inviting listeners to reflect on their own experiences.
Currently based in Nashville but constantly moving between New York, LA, and London, Dylon Maggio brings a rich, diverse background to his music.
He has been working on his vocal abilities for the last six years. The hard work and dedication put in with each note he sings becomes very apparent as his release journey unfolds and collaborations with industry heavyweights, including 17-time Grammy award-winning engineer Mick Guzauski, make their mark in the polished yet emotive production of “Truth Hurts.”
Dylon harnesses the influence of his muses from the likes of artists extending between Prince and Def Leppard through to Travis Scott and Enya. He pulls these disparate elements together to make a sound uniquely his own. In so doing, he creates a melting pot of genres within which Dylon is able to burst at the seams in a manner faithful to the genuine sentiment underpinning his music.
Beyond music, he has extended his artistic efforts into the world of fashion. He became an international fashion model, doing campaigns for Giorgio Armani, Gap, and J Crew, to name a few. As much as it expanded his creative periphery, so did it inform him in unique ways that he carries into his music projects.
“Truth Hurts” was written and recorded in Dylon’s home studio in Nashville; it captures an essence often missing from grander studios. The song’s inspiration is how most come from the residue of past relationships. It tackles the complicated task of coming to grips with truths so painful that they often only seem to appear in proper context once the proverbial dust has settled. Such post-relationship inward reflection is a period that many people can relate to.
As Dylon points out, that he wanted to represent my love for rock with something authentic yet willing to push the bounds of his previous releases. This very intention is felt through the track’s composing and delivery. The distorted guitar riffs and layered vocals make up a rich tapestry of sound that is both modern and timeless.
With the progress of this song, it unravels on a more introspective base. The lyrics are in such a way that they thread through the unsure waters of truth and realisation, wrapped inside a melody that could be called quite haunting and yet uplifting. It is a tough pill to swallow, indeed, but one that will ultimately lead to growth and understanding.
Dylon Maggio holds on to his roots, yet he’s ever forward-looking. “Truth Hurts” was just a sneak peek of what he has in store, and if this one single is anything to go by, we are yet to see greater ones from him.
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Karen Harding is a Melbourne, Australia based singer/songwriter, founder of Sounds On The Couch, and founder and operator of boutique music PR service for emerging and independent artists, Rise Indie.