“Reconnected,” the newest single by Dorian, is an introspective, gleaming gem surrounded by irresistible beats and soundscapes that draw you into a story. Layered atop hypnotic guitar lines that bring the listener into a kind of dreamy state, an addictive rhythm unfolds and builds upon itself. It’s a sonic invitation into a journey through emotion—deeply connected through its energy and heartfelt touch, characteristic of this artist.
Dorian is quickly known for his genre-fluid way of blending elements of pop, electronic, and alternative without ever taking away from the vulnerability that truly being emotional brings. “Reconnected,” again, sees him layering his soulful voice with a completely sincere vocal over a production that’s both energetic and deeply contemplative. It’s a grand track in sound but intimate in its message, reflecting on the deep human need for reconnection with others and oneself.
There’s something undeniably enchanting about Dorian’s voice. His vocal webs take you through the texture of the production and really suck you in, letting your mind go with the music.
Either the way he delivers each line with palpable feeling or the nature of this self-reflective lyricism, the song evidently comes from some deeply personal space. Yet Dorian universalises the experience: anyone who has longed to reconnect with a loved one will feel instant resonance.
As the beat pulsates and mutates, so does the emotional weight. The layers of sound are intertwined seamlessly into one musical experience that pulls you in with every note. It is this feature of Dorian—melting electronic beats with organic instrumentation—that is the telltale sign of his songwriting and production skills.
Dorian says with “Reconnected,” boldly stating his new start. As he describes himself, it is “different than anything I’ve released thus far,” and that is certainly felt with this single. It feels almost like a new chapter from the New Jersey-born artist—one where he is even more willing to push boundaries and explore new sonic territory.
The single is also a prelude to his upcoming album, whose title is “Reconnected.” If it’s anything to go by, then fans and non-fans alike really dig a magical, colourful musical experience. The album is promised to be an evolution of Dorian’s art, where he can blur genre lines and challenge expectations while being true to the emotional core of his music.
For those who have followed Dorian’s journey since his debut in 2019, “Reconnected” feels like a culmination of his growth as an artist. His biggest moments in the last two years—being named “Artist of The Year” by EnJOY The Mic, among others—testifies to the immensity of his talent and the impact he has already made on the industry.
“Reconnected” is a song that fundamentally speaks of yearning and love: humanly, how one wishes to be reconnected. With such deep lyrics and an engaging sound with innovative production, this song serves as a proof of Dorian’s way of moving listeners to their core. This is a track that propels him into an even greater destiny. Watch out for Dorian—the journey is just beginning.
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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.