The newly released single by Backstrom titled, “Daydreaming (feat. Bart Topher)” radiates nostalgia and the feeling of being. This song was released alongside his upcoming album ‘Dark Clouds’, and adds an acoustic finish to it. The song is introspective in approach and sounds as if the whispers of one’s inner being are being conveyed. The song has vague commercial aspects but is said to be sad in its overall feeling.
The song resonates with people who have the desire for adventure and feel the need to break free from a cycle and touch a wider horizon both physically and mentally. With what the song has to say, it is backed by Bart Topher’s contribution that renders the song a beautiful harmony instrumentation-wise. The song is said to have an essence in its occupancy; Topher’s voice and Backstrom’s writing complement each other exquisitely. Emotions backing the song are emphasized by the soft guitar twangs and a simple melody that assists in jumping deeper into the lyrical sentiment. The song is masterfully produced as it gives space to the emotions and does not make the listener get bombarded by sound. It is a song that fits in a road trip playlist and serves well for the quiet and inner reflection part of the journey.
This song shines with a melody that is both simple and true at the same time. Backstrom has made it easy to relate to the song by not trying to make it sound too complicated. Rather, the song possesses a soft and soothing quality thanks to the music’s underlying sense of sadness, which feels soothing. With “Daydreaming”, Backstrom demonstrates that he was able to retain his skills following his revival in 2023. It is a beautiful introduction to ‘Dark Clouds’ and a reminder of how much ethnomusicology he can create. Particularly when you’re in a pensive mood, this is a good song to go back to.
