Single Reviews: Hallways

RafDolBac – Hallways

Label: unsigned

Release Date: March 29, 2024

RafDolBac is a talented singer-songwriter from Boucherville, Quebec, Canada. He gained fame as a finalist on La Voix Junior in 2016 and despite being only 11 years old at the time, he performed at esteemed venues such as the Bell Centre and the Vidéotron Centre. The musician has since toured all across Canada perfroming at over 80 concerts The singer has also collaborated with Mika.A on the single “Right By My Side,” and featured in “Juicy Summer” with the Wild Sisters Band. Now as a solo artist RafDolBac delivers his debut sinlge “Hallways”.

This new release delves into themes of mortality, fear and acceptance as its protagonist faces their doomed fate in an infinite maze of corridors. If this sounds familiar it’s because the song draws inspiration from the internet urban legend “The Backrooms.” There is a dark mysterious creature that lives in this maze that hunts and stalks those trapped within.

With “Hallways,” RafDolBac proves to be a master of beatwork and arrangement. The production-heavy track that takes the listener on a mesmerizing journey through multiple levels. The song’s structure seems to represent various stages of the popular game based on the urban legend. From the captivating intro to the climactic ending, every element of this innovative and unique production quality sets RafDolBac apart from other pop-heavy artists.

The complex layering of different sounds and instruments blends together seamlessly, creating a truly immersive experience. Each section of the track is meticulously crafted to evoke a range of emotions, from suspenseful and eerie to upbeat and energizing. Overall, “Hallways” is a testament to RafDolBac’s exceptional talent and artistry in the music industry.

The lyrical journey within “Hallways” delivers a strong song on its own, but RafDolBac has also created various adaptations of the song adding a new layer of storytelling as if each track reflects a different outcome. This debut release is available on all streaming platforms and you can keep up to date on his upcoming releases via his Facebook page.

Rating: 3 out of 5.

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