Climate Control hits the right notes on melodic new single “Master of None”

Johannesburg’s alternative rock staple, Climate Control, has once again treated our ears to an auditory gem with their second single in 2020 titled “Master of None.”

“Master of None” follows their first single “Feeder” that was released earlier during the current lockdown period.

It has been quite a tough time for bands in general during the lockdown as the band has needed to expand the writing and recording process. Climate Control has decided to release a number of singles as a lockdown project in order to keep the creative juices flowing and to keep their fans happy with some new material too.

“Master of None” is another expansion of Climate Control’s sound with a multi-layered approach that feeds the textural depth of the track. The accompanying video also adds to the theme and vibe of the song.

The song opens up with a synth pattern before rock elements kick in as frontman, Nic Gonzalez sings “Bent back slow walking in the sun. It’s what the decades hold and you know that they say that it goes quicker than a flash. 10 000 hours but master of none.” It is a reference to how time can fly and the need to appreciate the present, because that is what creates the memories.

“Good for you. Run while we’re still young. Good for you, but remember these days,” sings Gonzalez in the melodic chorus, which is nicely back by electric guitars and pulsating drums.

The second verse is more downbeat with a humming bass sound, melancholic piano and other minor elements which suits the lyrics to the tee:

“Afraid to wake up to a fever dream of years dissolving by. 10 000 hours when all is said and done, just another shadow cast by the days that you saved when you thought you could claim them.”

The piano part before the second chorus kicks in, is one of the subtle highlights on this track.

Ricky Cunningham’s build up in the instrumental section of the bridge is also excellently done and showcases his dynamics whilst Luca Zeeman’s guitar work should also be applauded throughout.

The music video features live band footage, footage of nature and fits in well with the song. The touches of dictionary definitions of “ephemeral”, “senescent”, “ineffable” and “melancholy” together with the footage and instrumental was a really cool addition.

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Climate Control hits the right notes on melodic new single “Master of None”