The French duo Any is back with "FIRE," the fast-paced first song from their upcoming EP HOPE YOU ARE WELL, which comes out on November 28. This is a time when electronic music often hides behind shiny visuals. The single quickly makes it clear that it's more than just a club song; it's a heartbeat hidden in machines. Their first album, "No Matter," came out in 2024 and hinted at something quietly revolutionary. "FIRE" proves it: they're not just making music; they're making a language that lets electronic harshness and human vulnerability live together.
What makes "FIRE" so interesting is how easy it is. Any leans toward nervous textures, simple sound design, and a voice that sounds like it could be real or fake, half raw nerve and half cybernetic confession. The duo doesn't add a lot of production tricks; instead, they take everything away, almost daring listeners to endure the discomfort. They make a strong point about how we talk to each other these days: the polite masks, the automated warmth, and the mechanical relationships that have become second nature. It's music that perfectly captures the noise of our digital age.
"FIRE" sounds like Moderat and Weval, but it never sounds like them. The bass moves forward with purpose, the beat hits like a pulse under pressure, and the synths tighten around the track like an internal tension that is building. But the electronic force has a deeper story. It's about our teachers, role models, inspirations, and the deceased. The song talks about how trying to get ahead, higher, stronger, and better can sometimes mean getting rid of your illusions.
The music video goes even further with this duality, but in a surprising way. It was filmed like a live session, so it doesn't focus on the show. The camera moves around a lot, as if it is looking for the person behind the circuitry. A big screen behind the two people shows broken words and half-finished thoughts. The result is quietly hypnotic, a visual language that supports the idea that any music, no matter how digital its textures, is still deeply embodied and deeply felt.
As HOPE YOU ARE WELL starts to come together, it's clear that Amy isn't afraid to question the problems with modern communication. The title of the EP comes from the polite, formulaic things we say without really meaning them, like "Hope you're well," "Take care," and "Stay safe." But behind these polite words, Amy reveals the loneliness, selfishness, and emotional distance that are often hidden. "FIRE" is the first step on that path. It's a song that makes us want to do things while also making us contemplate the things that inspire us.
"FIRE" isn't just a song; it's a statement of intent. It says that Any is one of the most intriguing voices in electronic music. They can make cold machines feel real, personal, and alive. If this is how they start the EP, the rest of HOPE YOU ARE WELL could change the sound of emotional electronica in 2024 and beyond.
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