introvertdark magic – splitting hairs
The verdict
“splitting hairs conjures lush, layered guitars and atmospheric synth into a wonderfully redemptive slice of melodic indie rock”
'dark magic' opens with woozy guitars that unfold wonderfully, building near discordant layers that expand into something really spacious. the track explores love as a counter to darker forces, a way of finding beauty in smaller moments when everything else feels hectic. there's atmospheric synth work threaded through, reflecting an electronic influence without ever overwhelming the indie rock core. the production has a loose, feel which i love, letting each element breathe while the melody pulls forward. lyrically it's about balance, about what matters when you strip back the noise. it's written, produced, mixed and mastered entirely by the artist, and i'm always a fan of that cohesion. it's intimate and expansive all at once, a track that rewards repeat listens.
splitting hairs is a cambridge, england based artist who handles everything from writing to mastering. their approach to production shifts constantly, shuffling styles to express new feelings and take listeners to new or familiar places. rooted in indie rock and the diy mixtape culture, they manipulate sounds and play with structure, often starting on guitar before mixing in all sorts of elements. there's something cathartic in their process, and that emotional honesty comes through in the finished work. this one should do really well.
thank u for making this splitting hairs 🌙