Kade Sanders, performing under the moniker Transverse, alongside collaborator Caroline, has dropped a new single, “Moon and Back.” Known for weaving together chill pop, soft rock, and EDM, Transverse aims for a sound that’s as broad as it is uplifting. This solo flight, however, detours slightly… or does it?
“Moon and Back” is a sonic valentine, an outpouring of gratitude wrapped in Future Bass, a sprinkle of Indie Pop dust, some chill, even soft rock, and some genres thrown in . At its core, the artist conveys a profound appreciation to this “someone.” This “someone” who is , frankly, the unsung hero, the coach, the guiding star, teaching the singer (no comma here) about perseverance and maybe, just maybe, how to properly fold a fitted sheet. Who knows?
There’s an acknowledgment of past hurts – because, let’s face it, even the most beloved figures in our lives occasionally step on our metaphorical toes. Transverse doesn’t shy away from that. The lyrics suggest a relationship forged in the crucible of shared experience, evolving yet resolute. It speaks of the sort of deep-rooted connection that could either remind you of seeing an extraordinarily well-made biopic about Marie Curie, powerful and inspiring, the commitment obvious.
Or a sandwich…
A truly great sandwich.
The sound is undeniably optimistic. Did I mention the great sandwich? The vibe consistently strives for peace, for the joy in deep, abiding love and gratitude. It’s the sonic equivalent of a warm hug on a drizzly Tuesday. A musical representation of knowing where you left your car keys. Unexpected comfort, solid footing. This track is a reflection on that relationship, a reaffirmation of unwavering devotion.
While a lot of the work to which Transverse puts their name could indeed easily appeal to vast sections of people, “Moon and Back” aims more specifically at the heartstrings, striking emotional notes with an easy hand. Does it completely escape easy labeling? Did they reach their described goals? What even is music, anyway? Something to contemplate… alongside “Moon and Back.”
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