lifepath99 – “Misfortune”
Today, London, UK-via-Asheville, NC musician Bex Vines released "Misfortune," her debut single under the moniker lifepath99. The song, which was produced by Liam Brand (Zach Bryan, Mount Kimbie), transforms a nightmare into alternative bliss. The post lifepath99 – “Misfortune” appeared first on Stereogum .
London-based musician Bex Vines has unveiled her debut single under the pseudonym lifepath99, titled "Misfortune." The track, crafted by producer Liam Brand, who has previously worked with Zach Bryan and Mount Kimbie, offers a unique take on a distressing narrative, transforming it into an alternative form of bliss. The song commences with a lullaby-like melody that is eerie yet endearing, complemented by unsettling lyrics about crumbling walls and an unsettling gaze.
The instrumentation is characterized by dissonant guitars and a heavy bass, reminiscent of a chain, while Vines' voice remains light and soothing, akin to a cotton nightgown. Vines revealed in a press release that "Misfortune" stemmed from a difficult path she traversed daily, fraught with the fear of an unseen threat lurking nearby.
She further explained that in the current political climate, many individuals grapple with similar anxieties. Writing and performing this song served as an outlet for her to confront and reclaim some of that fear, acknowledging that while she cannot alter others' actions, she can choose the psychological power she allows others to exert over her.
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