With his recent release, “Power of Mind,” NOKURON, the Finland-based artist, takes the listeners on a euphoric ride. The single is a melodic EDM piece at its core and glorifies steadfastness, clarity, and unrestricted possibility of human thought. Lush harmonies, clean production and a hook that will stick around long after the beat ends make “Power of Mind” both up lifting and memorable.
Even the introductory scenes create an instant dreamy mood as synch guitars are swirling around the mix as distant stars. Atmospheric builds and textured pads in layers ascend in anticipation then the rhythm spirals into a free, driving beat. The flow of the production is natural, almost heartbeat like, stabilizing the elevated melodies and forming an expansive sound environment that is living.
The emotive significance of the song is achieved through its singing and lyrics, where they are sung with earnestness and belief. The lyrics are quite resilient and full of inner strength and encourage one to stay strong amid the uncertainty. This is what results in the track not only being a dance-floor anthem, but also an emotional anchor, music that drives the body and spirits.
Balance between atmosphere and energy is one of the strengths of Power of mind. NOKURON does not merely create a blissful drop in order to make an impact; rather he creates a sonic pathway in which every single part of the composition, synth sounds, thumping bass, airy vocals, etc., exists to serve a higher purpose of narrating a story about the human survival.
Nowadays, when nothing can be predicted or depended on, Power of Mind comes as a timely and even a needed thing. It is a reminder of the power that exists within us and it is wrapped in a soundscape that is expansive, film noir and emotional. To all melody EDM enthusiasts who need inspiration as well as energy, NOKURON provides a song that can get the body moving and the soul lingering.
