Artificial Incline Shines With Haunting, Lush, and Fiercely Intimate Performance on “Sound of Thunder”
- STAFF
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By: Staff
Stirring, masterful, and emotionally charged — a breathtaking showcase of Artificial Incline’s brilliance.
We heard the latest release from Artificial Incline and were immediately struck by the sheer quality of the production. Their new track, “Sound of Thunder,” is a stunning achievement—vivid, emotionally potent, and technically sharp. It’s a song that doesn’t just play—it resonates, and we’re excited to dive into what makes it so extraordinary.
“Sound of Thunder” opens with a luminous guitar progression that feels as rich and moving as a symphonic string arrangement. The tone is bright, crystalline, and full of emotional tension. The way the notes chime and reverberate through the mix is almost tactile, as if the guitar itself is narrating a story before a single lyric is sung. The gentle swell of the strings creates a sensory response—it’s not just heard, it’s felt.
Then the vocals arrive—and what follows is something completely unexpected. Artificial Incline delivers a vocal performance that is sweet, silky, and arrestingly expressive. The transition from soft, whispered verses to soaring falsettos is seamless and breathtaking. It quite literally stops you in your tracks. You find yourself closing your eyes, not just to listen, but to fully experience what feels like an outpouring of vulnerability. There’s a piercing intimacy in the vocal tone that makes the connection to the lyrics feel immediate and deeply personal.
When we hear:
“whispers haunting air I breathe / echoes of your voice, lingering,”
the line doesn't just sound poetic—it lands hard.
Part of what makes these lyrics so impactful is the delivery. It’s not just emotional—it’s a masterclass in vocal control and phrasing. Every note feels deliberate, yet always fluid. The vocal technique is marked by an effortless precision, drawing power from restraint as much as from volume. What also adds to the emotional weight are the extended pauses—used not just as silence, but as a tool to heighten tension. These moments of absence create a kind of sonic withdrawal, amplifying the listener’s craving for the next line. That intentional deprivation becomes addictive, making every return of the vocals hit with even greater force. It’s exhilarating, and at times, physically arresting.
As the song builds in momentum and emotional intensity, there's a critical turning point—a dramatic pause followed by the lyrics:
“if I scream will you answer / if I run, will I find you there / or are you just a shadow now / drifting through the midnight air.”
This moment is absolutely devastating in the best possible way. It’s cinematic—something you’d expect in the climax of a film, where a character stands alone, aching in the aftermath of loss. The vocals here turn raw, gravel-edged, strained with emotion and completely unfiltered. The pain is audible, the delivery unflinching. It's a performance that leaves a lasting impression—one that will linger with listeners long after the final note. It’s the kind of moment that brings tears, not through melodrama, but through sheer honesty.
Artificial Incline has created something genuinely powerful with “Sound of Thunder.” It’s more than just an impressive track—it’s a piece of musical storytelling that bridges intimacy with grandeur, technique with emotion. This is a performance that deserves to be recognized not just within the music scene, but across mediums—from theater to film scores. What they’ve delivered here is not only memorable but masterful. We’re floored by the artistry and can't wait to see how far this sound travels.
A jaw-dropping display of vocal finesse and sonic emotion, “Sound of Thunder” cements Artificial Incline as undeniable.
Artificial Incline, hailing from Strathmore, Canada, is an emerging force in the indie-electronic scene, crafting deeply personal songs rooted in memory, emotion, and the shifting understanding of human connection.
Behind the project is an artist whose songwriting journey began as a teenager—penning early versions of what would become the lyrics to “Sound of Thunder” at just 15 years old. Over the years, those words evolved in meaning, shaped by real-life experiences of first love, the grief and life's heartbreaks, and the difficult but necessary act of moving forward through them. The result is music that doesn’t just tell a story—it reflects a lifetime of reflection and emotional growth.
This latest release is the product of a thoughtful blend between raw lyricism and forward-thinking production, where music and technology intertwine to amplify the emotional core of the track. Every detail, from writing to final mix, reflects a hands-on approach and a deep personal investment. Artificial Incline works independently, channeling a strong creative vision into each layer of sound. Speaking on the process, they shared, “Good things take time,” a sentiment that captures both the patience and passion behind the work. Artificial Incline plans on releasing new music later in 2025.
We can't wait to hear more from the incredible Artificial Incline.
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