I am ecstatic to share with you the latest release from the soulful indie band, City Island. With their love for Motown and Soul elements, they’ve crafted a mesmerising soulful package with their new single, “Shining Light”. This song is like a warm hug on a cold winter day, and it will make you feel like you’re floating on cloud nine.
The layers of instrumentals and harmonies that come together in this track are nothing short of stunning. The handcrafted instrumentals provide the perfect backdrop for the large vocal stacks to shine through. The beat is infectious and will make you want to move your body with every beat drop. It’s a perfect blend of classic and contemporary, and it’s a track that will stand the test of time.
What makes this single even more special is the fact that it’s part of City Island’s upcoming EP. If “Shining Light” is any indication of what’s to come, then we are in for a real treat. The band is set to release their first ever EP in 2023, and this single is the perfect teaser to get us all excited.
Nick and Josh Anthony, the band’s creators, have poured their hearts and souls into this track, and you can hear it in every note. “Shining Light” is a massive fireworks show made to say I love you. It’s an epic declaration of love, and it’s sure to make anyone feel special. You can tell that this song was crafted with love, care, and attention to detail.
City Island’s journey is just as compelling as their music. Nick and Josh Anthony’s backgrounds couldn’t be more different, but they found a common ground in music. They face and translate their raw emotions into music as a way to overthrow the modern stigmas with vulnerability in men. They turn to their friends in moments of need and show that love back by encouraging others to be sincere. Their Latinx heritage and youth group upbringings inspired impromptu jam sessions, and it was music that showcased the light in the darkest of times.
The band aims to showcase their music with more live performances in the city, and I, for one, can’t wait to see them perform. The energy is palpable, and you can tell that they’re more passionate about their craft than ever before. They’re on a mission to spread love and positivity through their music, and with “Shining Light,” they’ve succeeded.
If you’re looking for a soulful, uplifting, and downright infectious track to add to your playlist, then look no further than “Shining Light” by City Island. Trust me, your ears will thank you. And, keep an eye out for their upcoming EP because if “Shining Light” is anything to go by, it’s going to be a real masterpiece.
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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.