Long-distance relationship is never easy. It is filled with desire, silence and hope disperse through time zones. FOLLOWAY manages to capture all of this in his first single, the indie pop song called In My Mind which is as honest as it can be, it feels like reading the diary of someone and turning it into the song.
The mellow, reverbed guitar tone is magnetic, making you fall into it since the beginning of the song. It is the type of music that you stop and listen. It is natural and, yet, not slick. It is pure, yet, heartfelt. The lyrics are tender yet genuine with the voice full of emotion. You experience the burden of being away with a person you love and the power of love that you have to keep them alive.
FOLLOWAY not only sang the song but, he wrote and arranged and produced the song. It finds its place in that personal touch. This song does not seem forced. Lyrics are clear and melodic, which gives you a feeling in the chest. No need of fancy lines it is very simple and to the point: One can be separated by distance but love will reach its destination.
It was recorded on old with vintage amps and classic microphones which makes the music warm and slightly foggy which suits the mood very well. It sounds a bit indulgently nostalgic, even cinematic. And to talk about the cinema, FOLLOWAY also releases a music video of the song In My mind, shot in Turkey and in the UK, which fits so well into the story of such a song of cross-border love.
FOLLOWAY is a fresh face on the scene, but with this first outing he comes out with something that is rather special. And in terms of tender indie music with some experiences to tell, you should not miss listening to the song, In My Mind.
