It’s a new decade! An exciting time to predict what we could see, hear, feel, and even taste in the next ten years. Experiences from the past decade — coming from all walks of life — have helped shape the world that we are in right now. There are things that we used daily in 2019 that we never dreamed of in 2010. But, how about the next ten years: What will the next decade bring? Tell me your predictions in the comments below.
Artists have already released inspiring music for the new decade. One artist that released one of the first new singles of 2020 is Siivers. She released the single “Blue Ice” this week in hopes that the release can inspire you to listen to music in a new way.
“Blue”: The Saddest Shade
The single opens up with the song “Blue”. It is a very depressing song, but don’t let that deter you from listening to it! The reason why is that it is a song that anyone could relate to, especially with the lyrics. We have all been there: depressed about losing our jobs, the person we thought loved us, or unfortunate events. We have always thought about when we could see “the happiest shade of blue again” as the song ponders at the end of the chorus.
The lyrics aren’t the only thing that makes “Blue” fantastic. You should listen for its musicality too! “Blue” is a quiet pop-rock tune that incorporates a strong piano melody, drums, guitar, and a synthesizer. The piano reaches to the deep depths of the musical scale with it’s earthen, low sound. This sound sets the mood so perfectly. It is so beautiful.
The final thing that you pay attention to is Siivers’ voice. It is so beautiful. Her voice reminds me of somewhat like Adele’s. But, with a lot more depth, soul, and warmth. This warmth brings hope in the midst of sadness and longing found within the melody and lyrics. This contrast is quite lovely as it brings a certain emotional depth to the song. “Blue” is a beautiful and wonderfully crafted piece that will have listeners hope for one thing: that they will see the happiest shade of blue someday soon.
“Ice”: An Orchestra for Winter
The final tune is “Ice”. It doesn’t contain any words as it is a purely instrumental piece. One interesting thing is that natural sounds are incorporated within the piece. You can hear this inclusion in the first few seconds. The sounds from the breaking ice and the harsh winter winds are primarily featured. Isn’t that cool? These sounds make the piece more realistic as it connects the listeners with nature more.
The melodies featured are a mixture of something old and new, something dark and light. It starts off something sweet and light. The melody is played on a synthesizer that imitates a high bell sound. Then when we reach the chorus, the mood morphs into a deep, winter-like spirit. These two melodies are light and dark.
Meanwhile, the contrast between old and new happens right after the first chorus. The electronic strings perform a plucky melody that is brief. Later on, these strings make an appearance once again as well as a flute-like sound. These are the something old. While the something new is the synthesized melodies played throughout. “Ice” is supposed to represent a winter electronic orchestra tune, which you hear well throughout. It features the natural winter sounds while incorporate something new, something old, something dark, and something light.
I really enjoy listening to “Ice”. My favorite part has to be the chorus section with it’s deep, enigmatic notes. It makes you think about winter as you can feel it’s coldness and the briskness with each note.
What Do You Think?
What do you think about the single “Blue Ice”? Can you relate to being “the unhappiest shade of blue”? And, what did you think the use of nature in “Ice”? Listen to the single on Spotify and let me what you think in the comments below!
About the Artist
Siivers likes Orchestral EDM, blending classical structures and sounds with modern-day VST Engines. She like abstract ideas and surrealism, the idea that you can take a story or specific subject and describe it completely with music. She is not offering a song but offering an experience.
(When you are checking out her discography on Spotify or other music sites, I highly suggest listening to “Take a Sip”. It is a phenomenal piece that incorporates Eastern and Western musical sounds. It amazingly weaves in sounds you hear at a bar to create this musical piece.)
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I’ll have to check out this music! It looks very cool
This is great music to work to. I’ll be adding this to my playlist.
To be honest, I have never heard this song. It’s sounds a but sad ☹️
The music isn’t exactly my style, but I think that you wrote a great post on it!
The music is awesome!!!! Adding it for sure, THANK YOU!!!
This is definitely different than what I typically listen to, but I like it! It’s a great combination. Sometimes the sad songs are what you need to blast when you’re having a bad day.
I need to check this out! I am always on the hunt for new music!!
Kileen
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I always enjoy seeing what your new blog post and music will be. Keep up good work.
Great song, I’ll definitely be looking out for this artist in the future
I love hearing new artists – thanks for the recommendation!
I love the use of nature in ice. Very good song!!
I’m assuming it will be interesting type of music and I will listen to it. I think there will a lot of things coming fresh new this decade.
I don’t think I’ve ever heard of them but I love instrumental pieces to listen to while crafting, etc. One of my favorite bands is almost purely instrumental aside from when they have a guest artist sing for them.
I don’t really like Blue, I don’t like the voice nor the song. I think Ice is much better, the melodic line is very vibrant and surprising. Makes you think of winter but not as a cold, sad season.
I had never heard of this before! Thank you for introducing me to some new music!!
Blue, the saddest shade. It’s so funny how blue is my favorite color and it’s associated with sadness. I would love to hear that song.
Another new to me artist! I love this vibe and her voice is really powerful.
Promising but not my style. Sorry
amazing ice art loved it
O wow I’m always looking for new music. I actually enjoyed this
Awesome post keep up the great work
I have never heard of either this artist or this song. But I agree with what some of the other posters wrote – this is really not my style, BUT you did a great critique of it, and yes, her voice is really beautiful.
I like listening to instrumentals while I work. I will have to listen to this and add it to my playlist.
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I’ll be glad to add this on my song list! What a great music.
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New Decade with Siivers’ Newest Single “Blue Ice” – ai love music <Loved it!