Smoltz – “Holding Out”

A contemplative rock sound takes hold on “Holding Out,” a compelling new single from Smoltz, the project of Brooklyn-based songwriter Zach Hinkle (who also performs under the moniker Desert Blonde). Tranquil guitar tones and sporadic piano touches lead into a solemn vocal lead, emitting a subdued sort of grunge/rock/shoegaze intertwining that shows aptly with its “stare into space,” lyrical output. “The sirens are coming and going,” the vocals further during a psychedelic swirl of ph...

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