In the quiet corners of Orange County, New York, Michael Esserman and Eric Sosler, collectively known as A Carousel Moon, are on the brink of unveiling a new chapter in their musical odyssey. The duo, whose roots trace back to the storied trails of The Racer, now venture forth under a new banner, embracing a kaleidoscope of genres from IndieDance to Blues/Jazz with an unwavering commitment to creative freedom.
Their latest offering, "The Chase," serves as a testament to their musical ethos, a vibrant tapestry woven from the threads of acoustic strums and pulsating rhythms. Esserman, the bard behind the lyrics, reflects on the genesis of their latest track, where melody precedes meaning, and gibberish births profundity. "The Chase" unfolds like scenes from an eighties flick, a timeless pursuit where the allure of the chase eclipses the object of desire, a sentiment as old as storytelling itself.
Michael Esserman, from the band had this to say of their newest track: “Musically, The Chase started with the simple drum and acoustic guitar you hear now in the track. The original idea was to keep it simple but like many of our songs we tend to build upon it as time goes on, adding multiple layers for depth and intrigue. I am glad we did because the offbeat keys really added a certain amount of bounciness that would be otherwise missing with the straight forward approach. The melody was created before the lyrics were born, which is usually the way we work. Usually I’ll sing a gibberish type melody over the music early on in the process, in this case when it was just drums and guitar, and as the song develops I’ll see if any of the gibberish translates words, in essence pulling from my subconscious. In this instance, my subconscious drew inspiration from a “chase”, specifically a guy chasing after a girl. Maybe the upbeat drum and guitar lended itself to the image of running after someone, I don’t know, but that’s what makes the process so fun! The story is along the lines of that eighties movie “Some Kind of Wonderful”, in which the guy is chasing after a girl who is out of his league, only to realize that what he thought he wanted was not so much the girl but the excitement of trying to get the girl, but in reality what he really wanted or needed was something totally different, maybe even someone super familiar that has been there his whole life. The subject matter is obviously nothing super original but we think you’ll really enjoy the way it is presented lyrically and musically. It is a song you can just vibe out to and bop your head to, and hopefully relate to. It’s a common trope, the grass is always greener, but that doesn’t mean it isn’t true.”
But A Carousel Moon isn't bound by a singular narrative thread. Their discography, a patchwork of EPs and collaborative ventures, defies easy categorization. From the intimate strains of "Random People" to the eclectic fusion of "Keep My Head," each release unfurls a new facet of their musical persona, a testament to their restless spirit and unyielding exploration.
With each composition, Esserman and Sosler invite listeners on a sonic journey where the only constant is change. Their mission transcends the confines of genre, anchored instead in the pursuit of honest expression and sonic discovery. In their world, the grass is always greener, and the next melody holds the promise of revelation.
As the release date of their forthcoming album looms on the horizon, one thing remains certain: A Carousel Moon is a beacon of creative liberation, a testament to the enduring power of music to transcend boundaries and illuminate the human experience. So, stay tuned, dear listeners, for the carousel never ceases its eternal dance, and with each revolution, a new moon rises in the night sky.
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