“Dreams Within Dreams,” the latest single by Ali George, is a hauntingly beautiful journey into the depths of unrequited love and loneliness. The British singer-songwriter and fingerstyle guitarist has taken a departure from his signature earthy, acoustic sound and ventured into a more ambient and atmospheric place with this piece. The crisp finger-picking on the guitar draws you into the story, painting a picture of a lonely woman feeling neglected by her husband.
The song explores themes of feminism and the effects of neglect on a relationship. The husband, who is not intentionally neglectful, is a dreamer who may have suffered from PTSD. The wife is left alone and isolated, longing for the love that once was. The ambient guitar sound, created by combining long reverbs with ping pong delays, perfectly reflects the loneliness and desperation in the lyrics.
George was inspired by artists like Gareth Dickson, Ben Howard, and John Martyn to explore a more ambient sound, and it paid off with this beautiful piece. The B-side of the single is an instrumental version, adding to the dreamy atmosphere of the track. The music video for “Dreams Within Dreams” is set to be released on January 17th, and the full album, Watchful Days, is expected this summer.
The track was recorded in the countryside near Bath, UK, at the studio of Josh Clark, a producer and musician who has worked with artists like Kate Rusby and Damien O’Kane. The location of the studio, directly next to a castle and an untouched forest, adds to the dreamlike atmosphere of the song.
With influences ranging from Bon Iver and John Martyn to Nick Drake and Cat Stevens, the music of Ali George is a unique blend of Indie Folk with hints of Americana, Blues, and Ambient. With six albums already under his belt and a permanent place in the British National Library’s collection, George is a force to be reckoned with in the music world.
“Dreams Within Dreams” is a stunning piece of art that showcases Ali George’s musical talent and emotional depth. The crisp finger-picked guitar, earthy acoustic sound, and hauntingly beautiful lyrics draw you into the story and leave you feeling as if you are right there with the lonely woman. A must-listen for fans of Indie Folk, Americana, Blues, and Ambient music.
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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.