The unstoppable music outlet I Am The Unicorn Head returns with another fine piece of sonic artistry that will unquestionably appeal to anyone looking for cleverly written, tastefully composed, and flawlessly performed music. “Permanent Exit” is their latest piece of work that will indulge listening apparatuses of even those picky music enthusiasts, thanks to all the ideas and musicianship invested by these experienced artists. It’s their first piece of work in 2025, arriving as an adequate follow-up of “The Last Christmas On Earth,” “A Halloween Song,” “You Can’t Quiet The Unicorn,” “Music For Humans,” “Ma Little Green Alien Friend,” and many more standalone singles released during 2024. However, I Am The Unicorn Head always found their way to impress listeners even more, and that’s the case with their latest track. This time, they deliver a calm, soothing, relaxing, ethereal indie rock ballad, decorated with the additional elements borrowed from complementary music genres like indie pop, dream pop, alternative, and post-punk. These skillful musicians are no strangers to these elements, as they have used them before to elevate, accentuate, or decorate previous works to new heights. Still, somehow they managed to implement all these sonic ingredients in a fresh and unique way, spicing things up and elevating this song to new heights. These experimentations with many different but complementary styles exemplify their skills, talent, creativity, knowledge, and experience, proving that indie music can still sound innovative, unique, fresh, and entertaining.
Their dedication to the craft is vividly hearable during each segment, mainly because they poured some of the finest vocal, sonic, and rhythmic maneuvers you’ll hear on the indie music scene nowadays. The guitars play a significant role in building a mesmerizing backdrop for all the vocals to shine upon. You’ll notice how the comprehensive collection is built upon catchy, memorable, hypnotic chord progressions. The interplay between these chord progressions and all those accentuations delivered on subtly distorted electric guitar gradually prepare the listener for more groovy moments. I Am Unicorn Head also gradually introduces more jangly, reverby themes, melodies, harmonies, and other sonic maneuvers, making this song even more pleasant to the ears. The addition of memorable synth leads and themes perfectly matches guitar works, and together they contribute more complexity to an already intricate song structure. You’ll also hear how the soulful, passionate, sincere, confident, emotive yet powerful vocal performance commands attention and guides listeners through each section of this track. There’s an almost whispery quality added to these vocal harmonies yet the impressive vocal range seamlessly balances low, mid, and high notes with such precision and finesse. These vocal maneuvers expertly emphasize all those segments and instrumentations, decorating everything the band intended to achieve with this song. Also, it’s worth mentioning that guitars and synths match vocals harmoniously, making “Permanent Exit” worth repeating over and over again.
I Am The Unicorn Head paid equal attention to the rhythm section, so you’ll unquestionably stumble upon all those subtle yet vividly hearable basslines and detailed rhythmic patterns. The bass guitars gradually enter this sonic equation, contributing more power, deepness, and clarity to the mix. These low-ends are rich, dense, and heavy yet they do not overwhelm song structure at all. This particular instrument gives more than the necessary punch when needed without overpowering the song. The percussion and drums are another standout feature that elevates this composition to new heights. You’ll stumble upon all those delicate beats, breaks, fills, and other percussive acrobatics, accentuating and keeping all those segments and instructions to the max. There are moments where drums are letting guitars reign supreme, but also sections when the snare and kick contribute more groove, acting as a more than necessary backbone of the entire song. Perhaps I Am The Unicorn Head explores the fundamentals of indie music, but there are also segments where the band goes into more progressive and psychedelic rock waters. These are the moments where I Am The Unicorn Head truly shines in the limelight, showcasing all their ideas and musicianship. “Permanent Exit” is one of those tracks you should immediately check out if you’re into flawlessly performed indie music. These folks poured heart and soul into it, once again proving they’re entirely dedicated to the craft. If you’re looking for a fresh, unique, memorable listening experience where vocal, sonic, and rhythmic performance shine in all their brilliance, look no further, because “Permanent Exit” is an indie masterpiece worth revisiting over and over again. The single is available on all streaming platforms. Don’t miss it!
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