Heron’s latest single is wonderful and right from the opening piano chords and exposed vocals, you can tell this isn’t your typical pop track. The arrangement grows naturally, adding guitars, strings, and harmonies that give the whole thing a warm, almost cinematic quality without ever feeling overproduced or cluttered.
The lyrics challenge listeners to reconsider what they’ve been taught, Heron handles the subject matter with enough nuance that it invites genuine reflection rather than forcing a particular viewpoint. The way the song builds to its peak and then pulls back works really well, giving the whole piece a satisfying arc that matches the uncertainty in the words.
Recording everything himself in his home studio gives the track an authentic quality that bigger budget productions often lack, and His influences are clear, you can hear echoes of Beck and The Beatles, but he’s not copying anyone. This is a strong preview of his Underground Sky album, and if the rest of the record maintains this level of craft, it’ll be worth the wait, so head over to Instagram and give Heron a follow to catch each new release as he rolls them out during the year.
