Asking graciously for that extra time to complete the journey but in a period that is not rushed so that this moment may be treasured and not forced unnecessarily, Castle KYD reciprocates his emotions with a new single that keeps his signature style firmly in place with the latest single, ‘Melatonin’.
Castle KYD (pronounced ‘Kid’) is a Rexburg, Idaho-based alt-indie solo singer-songwriter who worked with London music producer Gabriel Firmin to inject extra excellence into this deep new release.
“The concept came from the same feeling you get when you are about to do something of your own volition. Then a well-meaning person strips the motivation with their insistence that you should carry out that very same action. It could be as little as telling you to do the dishes or as dramatic as the expectation of a complete mental health recovery on a whim. The main message is that it doesn’t help when people give you a due date for recovery. Most of my growth happened when I just let the hurt flow and let time do its healing. I chose Melatonin for the title and overarching metaphor because it’s much like when you take melatonin pills. For me, I don’t want to move until it’s out of my system after I wake up. I usually wait, but it doesn’t help when I feel rushed; that’s how the concept for the song.” ~ Castle KYD
Directing us softly into his thoughtful mentality that seeks to find the true understanding of every significant juncture, Castle KYD is simply captivating with this new underground gem that might have you pondering the true meaning of everything around you. While others might only want things done their way without any care for what others are feeling, we experience something different to the rest here with a calming display from a growing creative who urges for a re-think from those overly hurried souls.
‘Melatonin’ from Idaho-born alt-indie solo artist Castle KYD is a thoughtfully detailed single that reminds us that sometimes it’s best to just let things flow intrinsically like water from a natural spring. This is a unique artist who loves to feel everything unravel instead of getting to the finishing line without learning from the process. Made with a profound understanding that most can ultimately never fathom at first, this is a peaceful song that will take time to fully comprehend for those who don’t open up their eyes to what life is actually about.
Hear this deep single on Spotify and see more about his journey on IG.
Reviewed by Lu
