Louis La Roche, a DJ and producer from Norwich, is back with "Gone," the second single from his upcoming fifth studio album. La Roche is known for his nostalgic but forward-thinking approach to electronic music. This time, he mixes old-school synth-pop sounds with modern precision. This release follows his last single, "Some Way," and sets the stage for what looks like it will be a very layered album from one of the UK's most reliable and creative producers.
"Gone" is pure synth-pop bliss. It's a bright throwback to the 1980s, but with a modern twist. The song has a lot of bright synths, tight drums, and smooth, polished vocals, all held together by La Roche's perfect sense of rhythm and melody. Everything about this song, from the echoing drums to the sax solo that ends it with a clear retro charm, seems planned.
The mix of nostalgia and newness in "Gone" is what makes it so interesting. It sounds like something you've heard before, but it's also new and exciting. It mixes the warmth of analogue sound with the sharpness of modern production tools. Jam & Lewis and Scritti Politti have a big impact here, but La Roche adds his own touch with a clean, sleek, and emotionally powerful sound. The end result is a song that could get people dancing or make a late-night drive more fun.
The song's vocals have a smooth, easy sound that fits perfectly with the glossy surface of the instrumental. The chopped and reworked vocal hooks add a hypnotic layer that gives the song both rhythm and personality. The delivery has a quiet confidence that goes well with the relaxed yet energising vibe that makes La Roche's best work stand out.
Louis La Roche proves once again that he is one of the best producers in the UK with "Gone." He keeps the spirit of synth-pop alive. The song is a love letter to a time when hooks were big and feelings were bigger, but it has the sound quality of today. As people get more and more excited about his new album and his live shows with Darren Hayes in March 2023, La Roche shows that retro never goes out of style when it's done right.
0 Comments