Fabio Salce’s single Summer Rain, taken from his recently released 3-track single, Extended Play, delivers a sun-soaked slice of Americana that transcends the winter gloom. With twangy, upbeat acoustic guitar chords forming the heart of the track, Salce’s gruffed and euphonious vocals pour unfiltered emotion into every note. It’s a song that doesn’t demand perfection—it thrives on its deeply human and unapologetically real rawness,
The Brazilian-born singer-songwriter’s journey from teenage South American multi-instrumentalist to seasoned UK-based artist brings a wealth of authenticity to his sound. Having shared stages with Brazilian icons like Tom Zé during his Acidogroove days, earned a Dinamite Music Award, and performed at legendary venues such as the Barrowland Ballroom, Salce has carved out an eclectic and impressive résumé. Yet, with Summer Rain, it’s not about accolades; it’s about recapturing the cathartic simplicity of music.
The single’s infectious energy evokes comparisons to the effervescent hooks of Primal Scream and the breezy melodies of Deep Blue Something. Yet, Salce’s songwriting cuts deeper, transforming everyday moments into universal anthems of love and resilience. Despite a hiatus driven by personal crises, Fabio’s 2024 return to music feels like a homecoming, his acoustic storytelling steeped in years of lived experience.
As an antidote to festive-season fatigue, Summer Rain offers a glowing reminder of music’s ability to conjure light from the darkest corners. It’s proof that sometimes the rawest emotions resonate the most.
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Review by Amelia Vandergast