Limerence began with a guitar riff written by Serag Baddar when he was 15 or 16. He loved the idea behind it, but at the time he felt he wasn’t yet good enough at songwriting or guitar to turn it into the song he imagined. He therefore put it aside until he could do it justice. More than a decade later, Baddar finally returned to the idea. Originally called “Lotus,” the track has a small connection to Buckethead’s Padmasana, whose rhythm guitar influenced one section of the song. “Padmasana” means lotus pose, which inspired the original title. Over time, “Lotus” evolved into “Limerence.” Musically, the song grew from Baddar’s love of the clean sections found in heavier bands, particularly groups such as Opeth and Tool. Rather than treating those sections as a break from the heavier material, he wanted to explore what would happen if that cleaner, atmospheric side became the foundation of an entire song. One of Baddar’s favourite aspects of “Limerence” is that the instruments aren’t simply following one another. Each part is doing something different, yet together they form a cohesive piece. At the end of the song, Baddar demonstrates this concept by playing the three riffs […]
Regalhia Drops “Perfect World,” a Sci-Fi Inspired Rock Anthem
Regalhia’s new single “Perfect World” is a lush, ethereal alternative soundscape. Deep, rich melodic vocals glide over a mix that moves from atmospheric synths and shimmering textures to vibrant rock guitars, culminating in a warm, soaring chorus filled with power and melody. Think of a Sci-Fi experimental take on Foo Fighters or Måneskin fused with the Violent Femmes on electronic Siouxsie and the Banshees acid. The track blends dreamy shoegaze and indie dreampop elements with alternative rock leading to metal vocal energy, creating a haunting yet uplifting picture of a perfect world. It’s a song for spacey music lovers and serious rock enthusiasts alike, hinting at a bold new direction for progressive music. A new fusion for the modern world. The single fuses glam rock and indie influences while showcasing the power of lyrics with true meaning. Asking what it means to imagine a perfect world is a question every human confronts, and Regalhia answers with music that resonates on multiple levels. Chicago-based Regalhia features an all-female instrumental section and a strong male vocal lead. Their sound draws on Muse, Måneskin, Audioslave, and Evanescence. The band is releasing a series of original singles over the next three months, leading into […]