It is truly amazing to see a group of musical alchemists who continue to surpass themselves without fail, and this is precisely where Popkanon comes into play. Hailing from the crisp fjords of Asker, Norway, and the vibrant grid of Chicago, United States, this brilliant and innovative band has built their reputation through the creation of breathtaking collaborations, working with numerous artists. With the release of More To Give being their amazing 22nd album, this brilliant group of artists continues to showcase their talent, once again surpassing all boundaries as they skillfully blend effortless Scandinavian pop music with global international influences. Collaborating with two brilliant musicians, RARRIQUESO and JACK FLASH, Popkanon creates a masterpiece of synergy that needs to be discussed in more detail. Join us as we take an insightful look at this brilliant song that will soon conquer our playlists.
From the onset of the song, there is a very exciting tune that captures your attention as you are drawn into it by just hearing the first notes played. The song starts with an amazing slow, deep beginning which is intimate, mysterious, and even whispered before gathering pace to become extraordinarily bright and extremely captivating. It is an amazing entrance into the song where one is enticed with what the music has in store for them.
Coming straight out of the reflective serenity of a fall walk in Norway—the place where Popkanon’s Morten got lost in his thoughts, pondering over the harsh realities of life and the endless opportunities it holds for him- this song poses the deepest soulful question that makes your heart resonate with: do we have more to give? And replies to it with the thunderous affirmation that we absolutely do. The depth of passion and unwavering dedication reflected in this song is not something you get to hear every day; it is a lesson in true selflessness, a lesson in being tough and not giving up on yourself and your dreams. This is that crucial point in life where you choose not to lay down under the pressure of circumstances but rather decide to dig deeper into yourself and give it your all. It is a beautiful message about the imperfection of life and how it doesn’t take perfection to change the world.
Borrowing beautifully from the effortless vocal abilities of Justin Bieber, the song draws inspiration from the euphoria-inducing and uplifting nature of the Scandinavian music scene coupled with the skills of producing electronic dance tunes from stars like Avicii and Kygo. In this respect, the song is built from an absolutely brilliant array of instrumentals that become increasingly rich, warm, and more engaging with each subsequent bar of the song. The record was made across the globe, including both the studios of Popkanon in Asker and the famed Rockwell studio in Chicago. The production starts off with beautiful orchestral arrangements embedded in the opening verses, which then evolve into the massive and rich synth-based textures that have been brilliantly crafted by Jack Flash. Ultimately, the result is an absolutely beautiful song that celebrates the beauty of trying out new things, getting rid of anything negative, and diving headlong into the possibilities of life.
With such a big project as this one, they have proudly teamed up once again with Chicago-based Latin artist RarriQUESO – the one who is their favorite collaborator and whose signature style makes him recognizable from the first seconds- with the amazing verse and the impeccable melodies recreated so masterfully that they fit into the song as if they were always supposed to be there. The list of collaborators also includes Jack Flash, the Chicago-based producer who knows everything about how to make the sound explode with the help of stunning synths and perfect mixing skills.
Every new project by Popkanon is an amazing adventure into the sound universe, and the completely open-minded approach to music creation provides us with tracks packed with fresh approaches and amazing genre combinations. Coming across his music has been nothing short of a blessing and a breath of fresh air. They killed this song, and I look forward to basking in the warmth of their music!
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