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Mars Playground carried an arsenal of earworm potential in his alt-pop hit, ‘S.O.S.’

Posted on 9 September 2024

Mars Playground, helmed by Chris Dixon, embarked on a bitter-sweet alt-pop exploration of angst and existential rumination with his latest track, “S.O.S.” The South Florida native melded the nostalgic beats of mid-2000s hip-hop with the crisp innovation of modern bedroom pop, set to the pace of hyper-pop while touching the raw nerve of pop-punk to craft a boldly original sonic profile worthy of drawing comparisons to the likes of Dominic Fike and Post Malone.

The icon of genre fusion synthesised trap’s rhythmic dynamism and indie’s subtle introspection to create a masterpiece of modern sound which oozes commercial potential. After initiating with percussive breaks that nod to the likes of Alexisonfire, the song subverts expectations with its euphonic pop aesthetics which envelop an emotional upheaval wrapped in a veneer of sticky-sweet melodies that cling relentlessly to memory.

As Mars Playground continues to chart a course towards critical acclaim, S.O.S. is yet another testament to the resonance of his boldly candid sound. The universal plea for solace amidst chaos sends a lifeline, woven with the threads of his vibrant, varied influences and the unvarnished truths of his journey.

S.O.S. hit the airwaves on August 28th; stream the single on Spotify now.

Review by Amelia Vandergast

A Wolf Is Clawing At The Door: Raid the Quarry flash back into the light on S.O.S (feat. Logan Christopher)

Posted on 12 December 2022

Taken off their brand new album called Beyond These Castle Walls, Raid the Quarry shows us deep within the extremely vivid darkness that can break even the strongest minds on their excellent new single S.O.S.

Raid the Quarry is a USA-based indie alt/rock band who thunder in with a transformative style which shall rattle many ribcages with a hardcore energy.

”The song explores the darkness of that experience, acting as an honest cry for help and a declaration of hope. Logan Christopher of Obsidian Darling is featured on the track as a guest vocalist.” ~ Raid the Quarry

With one of the most striking music videos anyone is likely to see, Raid the Quarry fights through the darkness and emerges through the destructive sewers of doom. Putting out the flames and rocking hard while doing it, we find a dark realm parallel story which is rich in intrigue and total honesty.

S.O.S from USA-based indie alt/rock band Raid the Quarry is that call that so many humans have felt lately. Roaring with that dreaded scrape against the door and loaded with so much quality, to shudder deep within the nightmare that refuses to depart.

When you need support, never be afraid to ask for that potentially light-filled help.

Listen up to this new single on Spotify. See more vibes on IG.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

Listen To “Bloodline” By S.O.S – A Strong And Cool Electro-Pop Masterpiece

Posted on 1 November 2017

S.O.S is the creation of Anglo-Maltese singer, songwriter and producer Sophie Debattista, who is working hard and making lasting impressions in the music industry with her quirky electro-pop sound. Upon first listening to “Bloodline” it is evident that this song is very well crafted with strong songwriting skills and performed with conviction and a solid artistic vision. As the chorus unfolds it is clear that this song is a hit and an evident reflection of S.O.S’ ability to mould a unique sound.

Amongst the several factors which make this song great is primarily the melodic aspect which features angular embellishments on syllables as well as smooth underlying vocal carpet which creates contrast and further interest. Apart from this, the electro-pop instrumental arrangement also complements the angular melodic embellishments with sweeping sounds, crisp beats and a well developed texture which leaves space for the vocals to shine above everything else. With intelligently crafted lyrics focusing on our humanity’s ability to work together as one bloodline, this song not only presents a great message but also showcases great musicality and songwriting skills, definitely making S.O.S an artist to look out for.

-Sarah Marie Bugeja