Project Description
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CB GHOST
‘Hollywood Hills’
Single Review
(6th August, 2024)
Review by Melanie Griffiths
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The search for something elusive pervades the mind of CB Ghost in his latest single “Hollywood Hills”. The independent musician and songwriter’s latest offering is a bittersweet blend of folk, rock and introspective lyrics delivered with a laidback acoustic vibe. If you like the current of leisurely acoustic music, listen up.
The song revolves around themes of unfulfilled aspirations when the lustre of dreams turns into a harsh reality. CB Ghost’s lyrics convey a sense of yearning and reflection framed by the prism of his simple narrative. With his deep voice, the tale of “Hollywood Hills” is both relatable and contemplative revealing CB Ghost has a strong ability to deliver sentiment clearly.
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“Hollywood Hills” could sit confidently between the likes of John Butler Trio, Ben Harper and Zach Gill. The production of the song sounds first-rate with the rhythmic acoustic guitar riff underpinning the entire trace. The groove is upbeat, yet mellow, driving the song forward without overshadowing the deep lyrics. It’s a song that glows like the afternoon sun and with CB Ghost’s earnest delivery, it’s hard not to fall for the charms of this song.
The minimalist production approach on “Hollywood Hills” emphasises the acoustic guitar and the subtle percussive elements. At the centre of it all is CB Ghost who slowly builds the tension in the song extolling “We wanna feel sunshine/We have all these thoughts for something”. Even through the quiet turmoil of the song’s subject, CB Ghost successfully infuses “Hollywood Hills” with a soothing energy which feels like lying out and feeling the warmth of a brilliant afternoon sun.
If you vibe with bright, laid-back tunes with engaging songwriting that makes you stop and ponder, you should give “Hollywood Hills” some love. Its sunny disposition and relaxed soulful flow will hit the right spot for lovers of acoustic folk-rock.
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Follow CB GHOST
Website – Instagram – Facebook – Spotify
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Press Release 30th July 2024 (below) HERE
CB GHOST
releases debut single
‘HOLLYWOOD HILLS’
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