Matt Monsoor - “Pareidolia”
USA-based Matt Monsoor has just released the superb new song “Pareidolia.” The track defies easy categorization, effortlessly combining hints of avant-garde, rock, and blues. “Pareidolia,” in many ways, is reminiscent of the sonic exploration of The Beatles during the White Album era.
“Pareidolia” is built around exquisite vintage piano tones. Low notes anchor the groove, bringing a plush, earthy weight to the composition, whilst splashes of contrasting higher notes sustain and weave hauntingly in all the right places. Muted acoustic rhythm guitar offers a warm, gritty texture as it punctuates the groove. Underneath, the bass pulses with a pleasing harmonic awareness, adding complexity and richness. Even a subtle layer of cello is used in order to provide a sense of elegance. “Pareidolia” is strikingly playful and creatively experimental.
Monsoor delivers the lyrics softly and with a fun, quirky vibe. The breathy performance has a sense of harmony, thanks to the well-executed vocal doubling. The song’s inspiration came from the discovery of a new word on NPR, “pareidolia.” This term refers to the tendency to perceive images and faces in random objects.
“Pareidolia” by Matt Monsoor is a fun, melodically rich track filled with great vintage tones. This is the second song to be taken from a three track EP entitled Better Things that will also be released on cassette.