In her latest single “Sleeptalking”, Maddie Regent explores the emotions behind giving into self-sabotage rather than confronting your concerns. On the outside looking in, your current life seems picture perfect. Most people might not believe you if you admit you no longer feel content with how you live. Your partner notices, of course, but there is only so much they can do to get you to open up. There’s something furthering the divide between you two and you can sense it, but you cannot bring yourself to confront it. They seem so foreign to you despite how kind and compassionate they are to you. You give them a small nudge, subtle hints, so they can take away the burden of self-reflection from you. At night, you stir in your sleep and word vomit your true feelings in unintelligible ways. Your partner can never quite understand you, but you know deep down that you’re unhappy. The only way you can leave is if you somehow nudge them enough to make you confess your feelings.
“Sleeptalking” is an electro pop anthem that portrays a dreamlike tone that borders between earthly and ethereal. As it begins, there is an ethereal melody that is portrayed through the electronic beats and stringed instrumentation. It intertwines both practical instruments and electronics to where they are played off each other precisely. Continuous reverb ties each note together in an upbeat nature. The verse following the second chorus introduces an increase in instruments as well as volume. Breakcore reminiscent percussion merges into the single as well picking up the pace of the dreamlike beginning. Throughout this piece, the vocal performance from Regent stands out with its impressive breathy tone and occasional electro flair. These vocal flairs are prominently in the background and serve as unique harmonies and vocal engineering. The bridge is a welcome vocally distorted and musically special amalgamation of electronic beats, wisps of instrumental differences, and gradual slow down for the final chorus.
Maddie Regent is a Canadian singer-songwriter currently based in New York City. Maddie first began creating music when she was just 12 years old. She dove into music as a way to express her emotions and feelings of vulnerability as an introverted child. In 2021, she released her first EP in collaboration with songwriting and production trio LIONCHILD, who have worked with artists such as Britney Spears and Calvin Harris. For her sophomore EP, Maddie began creating music with her partner Cade Hope in their home studio. One of the singles from this EP received spots on two of Spotify’s music playlists. Since beginning her career in 2021, she has garnered well-deserved attention on social media platforms such as Tiktok. Make sure to follow her on social media and give “Sleeptalking” a listen!
Written By Willow Gray
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