Robert Hazelton - Let You Down
Rock, Goth, Dark Wave
Washington, United States
Overall Impression: Effectively combining alternative rock styles with a strong gothic-inspired sense of flair, "Let You Down" is a highly melodious and atmosphere-inducing piece of songwriting that possesses a deliciously dark tone alongside a definite sense of foreboding running through its veins. Robert Hazelton has done a great job at conjuring up a detailed goth rock anthem that fuses excellent melody writing with solid performances.
Strongest Point(s): I think it's safe to say that behind any great song is a great melody, and whilst "Let You Down" is certainly not lacking in this department by any means, I particularly like the way in which the main melody has been further reinforced by having it played on a number of different instruments. Due to their individual tonal characteristics, the clean, overdriven, and bass guitar help present the melody in a more effective and timbrally contrasting way, as well as serving as a brilliant way of developing the main theme, helping to keep the idea sounding fresh throughout. The use of subtle vocal in places FX is a smart decision, and most importantly, not overused. The use of delay at 1:52 really adds to the grandeur of the vocal performance and adds to the overall atmosphere of the track substantially.
Target Audience Appeal: This is a string goth-inspired alternative rocker and I'm sure lovers of these styles will certainly appreciate what "Let You Down" has to offer.
Artist target suggestions: The Cult, Gary Numan, In Strict Confidence, Zeraphine, Faith and The Muse, London After Midnight, The Shroud, Claire Voyant, The Frozen Autumn, Rosetta Stone, Vernian Process
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About the Reviewer:
Andre Avanessian is a freelance session musician, composer, and sound engineer based in the U.K. Having studied music production and composition at a degree level, he has taken his passion for all things audio-related to a level that has allowed him to become both a competent musician and performer. Being a self-confessed "Guitar Nerd" Andre has been continually studying the guitar, as well as teaching it, helping students both learn the instrument, develop their songwriting, and how to become proficient in home recording.