The London-based sextet, Seafarers’ latest release, “Another State”, feels like a poetic journey through fragmented moments of life, with lyrics that capture the subtle chaos of growing up, moving away, and trying to make sense of it all. At its heart, the song is a reflection on transition—both physical and emotional—carving out a space where nostalgia, loss, and fleeting connections meet in a dreamy, almost surreal blend of soft indie pop-rock undertones, folktronica and poetic storytelling, making it both immersive and deeply introspective. Prepare to get lost in its haunting beauty and explore the delicate art of moving forward!
The track begins with gentle guitar plucks and piano chords, giving it a delicate, wistful feel. The opening lines, “Eyeliner skyline, great escape / You’re moving to the suburbs in another state...” immediately pull us into the story of someone running toward a new life, escaping their current reality. The image of the "eyeliner skyline" is vivid, painting a picture of a city left behind, perhaps seen through teary eyes or in the blur of departure. There’s an implied distance here, not just in miles, but in emotional detachment. The recurring motif of the suburb—a place of quiet escape—contrasts with the inner turmoil that the lyrics reveal. This juxtaposition between the external calm and the internal chaos is further explored in the next verse, where the narrator reflects on a moment of personal crisis: “Weekends at the drive-thru, double shift / I took a bottle of pills from the cabinet...” The casual mention of these dark moments creates a chilling effect. The drive-thru, a mundane, everyday scene, is suddenly interrupted by the weight of despair. It’s a stark reminder that the familiar and the tragic often coexist in our lives.
The song also explores the idea of forgetting, of wanting to erase painful memories. The line, “I used to believe / There’s a man in the Alps who’ll erase all my memories / Take them from me / Put them in a box, and blow them to smithereens...” introduces a whimsical yet poignant image of someone seeking a magical solution to their pain. The Alps, often symbolizing isolation and distance, becomes a metaphor for emotional detachment—somewhere far away where painful memories can be sent to disappear. Here, the desire to escape from painful memories is palpable, yet it’s tinged with a bittersweet realization that such relief may never come. But the following lines, “I heard he’s doing time / For selling cigarettes to children and machine guns to the alt-right,” bring this fantasy crashing back into harsh reality. The imagined solution is tainted, suggesting that no quick fix can truly free us from the weight of our past. The introduction of synths before and after the chorus gives the track a swelling, otherworldly quality, as if the narrator is floating between reality and the dreamlike state of their own thoughts. In the next verse, the narrator recounts meeting a girl while traveling with a band: “We touched for a bit, just to figure things out / It was nice but I don’t need it right now...” This fleeting encounter speaks to the transient nature of relationships during times of upheaval—moments that are meaningful in the moment but ultimately don’t last. As the song circles back to the opening image in its final lines, “You’re moving to the suburbs in another state / Where she’s wearing light jeans and drinking milkshake...” there’s a haunting sense of repetition. The cycle of longing, moving, and searching for connection seems never-ending. The lyrics reflect a life that’s in transit—physically, emotionally, and mentally. There’s a sense of unresolved tension, of wanting to know more, but never being able to fully grasp the answers.
With "Another State," Seafarers deliver a powerful, genre-defying track that beautifully blends indie rock, chamber pop, and jazz, all underpinned by their signature emotional depth. Lauren Kinsella’s lead vocals intermingle with Matthew Herd's haunting voice and synthesizer work, and the instrumental richness from Arun Thavasothy (Guitars), Dave Hamblett (Drums/Percussion), Tom Taylor (Bass & Guitar), and Euan Burton (Guitars) come together to create an immersive listening experience. Euan Burton not only plays guitar but also serves as the producer, crafting the sonic landscape with precision. Recorded at Real World Studios with Patrick Phillips engineering, the track's production is lush and atmospheric. Mixing by Iain Hutchison at GloWorm Recording and mastering by Patricia Sullivan at Bernie Grundman Mastering elevate the song to its full, evocative potential. As the song unfolds, it invites everyone to reflect on their own transitions, reminding us that it's okay to be in between—whether that’s between places, emotions, or stages of life. So please don’t miss out on this hauntingly beautiful track—stream "Another State" now and let Seafarers’ music take you on a journey through the heart of human experience. Listen below!
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