Mat Kerekes is a master lyricist and a man who knows how to channel his desires and strengths through his evocative songs. His abilities are clearly on display on Nova, which is a collection of anecdotes, intentionally pushed into light. ..
The songs here certainly have the melancholic treatment. They’re sombre takes and tracks which pinpoint sorrow and despair, while being wrapped in a musical coating. This direction is viable, as Kerekes may feel the world weighing on his shoulders, but for a musical standpoint everything sounds perfect.
Kerekes feels like he’s invincible and then he feels invisible. Though his abilities shouldn’t be questioned, his mindset might be, but we all feel the brunt of depressive symptoms, even when the sun shines vibrantly on our lives.
The lyrics of “Kerekes” are carefully arranged to create a desired effect. The lyrical dominance allows the listener to focus on the words and not on the music.
The song is about a young man who is in danger and the dangers that come with it. The lyrics are full of urgency and fear, and the music provides a perfect backdrop to Kerekes’s passionate delivery.
Kerekes opens the “Art of Living” workshop feeling rejuvenated for a short interval. However, the energy quickly becomes sapped and he doesn’t know how to save himself. ..
The song is about a man who jumps out of an airplane, only to find himself in a place where he doesn’t know how to get out. He’s lost and scared. The lyrics are dark and ominous, but the melody is catchy and uplifting.
Six Twenty tries to cover up the cracks. It’s a louder track, offering riffs and well-coordinated chords, while the lyrics detail a low moment; Kerekes would walk a thousand miles to find solace.
Nova is a dark album with a lot of secrets and hidden stories. It’s an amazing listen and I can’t wait to hear more from Mat Kerekes.
