Fallout From The Pick-Me-Ups

Dominique Leone “Tension”

Dominique Leone’s melodies tend to be rather playful and bouncy, but even when his tunes approach the manic energy of Max Tundra, his textures are slightly muted, and he sings in a way that suggests a relaxed, easygoing demeanor. This contrast is particularly effective in “Tension,” a song that deals with the ritualized anxieties and predictable mood swings within an established, functional relationship. From verse to chorus and instrumental interlude, the tone of the piece bounces from distress to resignation and restlessness, but there’s hardly a trace of anger or resentment. Sure, he sounds a bit pained with his voice pinched and compressed on the verses, but the warmth that comes through on the lively, rounded melody of the chorus makes it rather clear that this is a song coming from a place of patience and unconditional love.

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