Synth Single Review: “Quiet Life” by Stacy Gabriel

by Karl Magi

Stacy Gabriel’s “Quiet Life” is a reflection on the joys of solitude and silence. The track starts with easily flowing notes trickling in a fine filigree as the drums come in with a pattering softness. The lead synth has a diaphanous flow as it carries a melody which radiates soothing peace. The drums are clean as echoing tones twist in gliding motion and female vocals reverberate tenderly. A slightly gruff synth floats with a melody that is mellow and laid back, full of the relaxation that permeates a quiet day. I am able to let go of the stress of the world and melt into this music.

The crisp drums create a shaping rhythm as the open-voiced synth slips past like windborne flower petals. Undulating underpinnings add weight before the airy-sounding tones carry the serene melody as it moves like a zephyr. A metallic synth exhales with tranquility as the quickly dancing beat adds forward motion. Panpipes breathe out with pure, blue feelings as vocal-like sounds float. The track moves on rippling arpeggios, oscillating bass and thoughtful emotions as it comes to an end.