Pop/Review Aaron Amos - I Feel Numb

Born and raised in Germany, the American-German singer Aaron Amos released his first original music in late 2018, while still trying to figure out which musical direction he wanted to approach. During 2021, the 25-year-old collected some new ideas, which eventually became his second EP with songs like "Nightrides" or "Wildcat." Listening to various groups and genres such as Little Dragon, Roosevelt, GATC, Twin Shadow, and St. Lucia, Aaron is not afraid to experiment with different sounds.

Aaron Amos' single, "I Feel Numb," off his upcoming EP “Empty Room,” which drops on August 8th, is a deceptively cheerful song that combines stark emotional undertones with shimmering pop inspired by the 1980s. A very introspective story about alienation, disillusionment, and the increasing emotional numbness that results from navigating a world full of contradiction and uncertainty can be found beneath its danceable synth lines and vibrant production.

Written in the aftermath of social and personal upheaval, Amos draws on his experience of seeing those close to him—friends, family, and even himself—change until their morals no longer coincide. The lyrical and aural tone of "I Feel Numb" is defined by this conflict between internal unrest and external brightness. The disturbing sensation of watching the world change beneath your feet while attempting to maintain your sense of reality is captured in the thought-provoking lyrics, which don't sugarcoat hard realities.

Amos' voice is quiet but powerful, embracing vulnerability without going overboard. The track's vintage textures, which combine neon-lit sorrow with contemporary worry, wonderfully complement his honest and introspective delivery. Although the sound is reminiscent of the nostalgic gloss of Tears for Fears and the emotional acerbicness of The 1975, Amos forges his own path with a genuineness that sets his songs apart.

"I Feel Numb" establishes a powerful tone for the first scene of “Empty Room.” It's intelligent, emotionally complex, and incredibly relatable music with a purpose. Amos is set to create something genuinely remarkable if the remainder of the EP keeps this harmony between reflection and musical refinement.

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