How Long? - Somebody’s Child
Somebody's Child: A cinematic intensity on his self-titled debut rock album
Somebody's Child, an artist hailing from Ireland, has released his highly anticipated debut album, and it's clear that he cares deeply about rock music. He inflicts different emotions by leaning into the atmosphere of the music, creating a soundscape that listeners can get lost in.
The album has moments where the sound erupts with energy, but there are also intimate moments where the guitars create a soulful soundscape. Somebody's Child has had a steady progression over the last few years of good indie rock tracks, but this album has allowed Cian to showcase all of his talents.
"How Long?" is a stand-out track on the album, providing a refreshing moment in the middle of a solid debut album. It has an emotional atmosphere that is reminiscent of The War on Drugs, and it's a track that showcases Somebody's Child's ability to stretch out and create an impactful moment.
Back in November, Somebody's Child released "We Could Start A War," which was a previous One of One, and it was clear then that he has a sharpness in his storytelling unlike anyone else. Across a full debut album, listeners get to see how he tells different stories, and how he inflicts different emotions by leaning into the atmosphere of the music.
It's always exciting to hear new music from artists coming out of Ireland because they have a unique way of storytelling that is sharp and impactful. Somebody's Child's debut album is no exception, and it's an album that showcases all of his talents, allowing him to stretch out and create an impactful moment like "How Long?".