mike rowave is not only a clever stage name; he is also a creative musician with a keen ear for diverse soundscapes. Though his new single ‘future/forever’ is meant to reflect on indie hits like that of The Strokes, it also sounds very new-wavy, almost gothy, even. This blend makes listeners want to press repeat, unpacking each layer of expertly crafted music.

The catchy drum beat leaves room for interpretation. It could have been electronically engineered, or played by a live drummer and expanded upon in post-production. Things like this are perfect for nerds like me, who love dissecting an artist’s creative process. 

Melodically, listeners are guided towards mike rowave’s idea of the future. It’s almost like he is quite literally throwing the idea out there, with an archlike melody carrying the song’s most important lyrics.

‘future/forever’ has a nicely blended mix; it would do well at a festival like Cruel World, with old and young goths alike vibing to this cool take on a classic soundscape.

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