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M31 injected catharsis into loss with his soul and rhythm-driven ambient electronica debut Gone

Posted on 9 April 2024

M31, the new electronic project by Melbourne-based artist and producer Jake Debono, made a captivating entry into the leftfield chill electronica scene with the debut single ‘Gone’. The soul-driven staple for any vibe-out playlist pours aching emotion into a lo-fi production which grooves through the warm reverberations of major key chord progressions, creating an intimate soundscape which speaks volumes of M31’s songwriting stripes.

The track explores the impact of loss while agonising over hauntingly sweet memories and the anxiety of moving on. M31’s mastery in confessional lyricism is evident, offering a narrative that will resonate with anyone who has faced the struggle of starting a new chapter with someone they never wanted to leave behind. Despite its strong emotional themes, ‘Gone’ is a sonic lesson in catharsis. As passion reverberates through the single, it becomes a space for reflection and emotional release.

The production of ‘Gone’ is a testament to Jake Debono’s versatility. Transitioning from a rock-licked sonic edge, influenced by bands like Red Hot Chili Peppers and R.E.M, to a chilled-out electronic ambience, M31 showcases a profound adaptability.

Gone was officially released on March 29; stream the single on SoundCloud.

Review by Amelia Vandergast

She Had To Go: Tony Ronalds reflects on a relationship from the past on ‘Gone’

Posted on 22 October 2021

With a glance to the past of something that shined so bright when it was around, Tony Ronalds recalls when he went to the bottle to survive the trauma of lost love with his top notch new single ‘Gone‘.

Tony Ronalds is a highly experienced and soulfully aware Sydney, Australia-based, Canada-born indie Pop solo singer-songwriter.

“Gone” shares the story of a man realizing too little too late that not all relationships have a fairytale ending.” ~ Tony Ronalds

You feel his memory revert back to the moment when the ex lover left him behind, as he wanted her back but soon moved on anyway after healing his soul up for a while. Featuring an atmospheric beat of desire that is filled with that breathtaking bounce, that puts you into an instantaneously contemplative mood from a door you closed shut before.

‘Gone‘ from the Sydney-based indie Pop solo artist Tony Ronalds, is the deep story about thinking about a previous relationship which has come and gone, that has your curious heart remembering the moment when it shattered all over the place like misplaced glass. He sings with a real insight and this is a tremendous listen – filled with a story from the past that he has since learnt from – but will never forget.

Hear his new single on Spotify and follow his journey via IG.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

Where did she go: Mia Rago is in a different class above on ‘Gone’

Posted on 3 February 2021

Taken off her latest five-track EP ‘A Sea Of Darkness‘, Mia Rago is sumptuously elegant on the superb single called ‘Gone‘.

Western Springs, Chicago-based indie-soul/Americana solo artist Mia Rago, makes that honey-dipped sweet music that warms your heart, brings tears to your eyes and makes you shake your head in astonishment at how delightful this talented musician is.

After being forced to give up on sports and physical activity when she was just nine years old, Mia has fought back from her severe scoliosis and undertaken many painful surgeries to correct the painful curvature of her spine. She is a survivor who never gave up and this is reflected in her music. You see, music was always there for her when she needed inspiration and has never left her side.

With a gaze-like start that has you grooving along, we are soon introduced to a singer who tells us the story of a man who is looking for his girl. She is already gone and he does not know what he did wrong. Suddenly, the mystery grows deeper as perhaps he was the one that hurt her and that is why she disappeared for good. No one really knows what the real story is and this is a secret we might never ever fully know what transpired.

Her voice transforms your thoughts and you get lost inside this beautifully constructed song from such a truly pure singer. The vocals get stronger as the track goes on her seemingly-excellent tone range is quite incredible.

‘Gone‘ from the soulful A Sea Of Darkness‘ indie-Americana singer-songwriter Mia Rago, is a track makes the hairs on the back of your neck stand up to attention, as she drifts into your heart with this fascinating story and her vocals blow you away.

This is a rare talent who is a fighter and she sings with that extra class that you don’t find often. This is a new single to embrace deeply and put on repeat.

Stream this terrific single on her Spotify and find out more about her story on IG.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen