“See Your Face” is Leo Golo’s latest single and a captivating example of emotional story weaving and musical craft. Following the up-tempo “All In & All Out,” this single offers a tantalising taste from his forthcoming album. Originally from Barcelona, Leo Golo has a way with universal music that glows through heartfelt lyrics and luscious pop sensibilities.
“See Your Face” opens disarming and captivatingly simple. The soothing voice of Leo is laid out on a base of piano chords that draw the audience into an intimate place. When his voice takes on a higher, emotionally rising tone, it feels like he is taking the listener along on an incredible journey through depth and feeling. The track slowly develops into a full-band atmospheric landscape, with excellent swirling layer upon layer of vocals creating vibrancy.
The transformation from raw vulnerability to powerful ballad reminds one somewhat of the anthemic style of Coldplay, particularly in the use of guitars and choral elements towards the end.
The song tells an exciting story in parallel with its music. “See Your Face” is a story about two boys who met on the internet and never got to meet in person because one of them had moved away. Of course, this is a tale we all know: one of longing and connection, especially prevalent in digital times. Released on Pride Day, the song subtly yet powerfully normalises gay love and reflects Leo’s commitment to telling inclusive stories.
Now, at 24 years old, Leo has been playing piano since he was three and now writes, produces, and records many of his tracks. Influences include the great pop writers of Sweden, making Leo’s work a delightful combination of something one might dance to yet feel deeply emotional over.
“See Your Face” lies closest to Leo’s heart. It was one of the songs that opened his album, making it part of the listeners’ favourite in all his live performances. The personal relationship with the subject matter adds an extra layer to that truth and emotion, making it even more impactful. And if the person who inspired the song loves it, it can close the beautiful circle that Leo’s artistic journey is.
Leo’s forthcoming album is a mixed bag of selections, from upbeat anthems like “All In & All Out” to power ballads like “See Your Face” to summer bangers such as “Too Close.” His influences—Justin Bieber, LANY, Tove Lo, and the legend songwriters like Max Martin himself—are observed in his work, where hope-beat meets synth-pop with 80s flashes of neon light.
Besides his solo performances, Leo plays the keyboard and is also a musical director; he has toured across the country performing with many other artists. He can be sure the future promises some appealing collaborations, as his video covers on Instagram have attracted such attention from international stars as Anne-Marie, Tove Lo, and BANKS.
“See Your Face” is an experience. Leo Golo features his ability to tug on emotions through the strings of music, coupled with technical expertise. As we await his debut album, “See Your Face” will have you in awe.
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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.