Lone Striker is a UK-based indie artist who blends elements of indie and anti-folk styles with samples of old-school genres, such as soul and doo-wop, mixed with drum loops, acoustic guitars, and synths, creating an emotional and almost dream-like atmosphere. Led by musician Tom Brown, the project released its self-titled album in March of 2024 via the record label Safe Suburban Home. The album features 11 tracks plus a remix of the song “Never Blown A Kiss.”
The remix unites Lone Striker with fellow Safe Suburban Home artist LOWMOON. While the original track features a more experimental folk sound centered around an acoustic guitar, the remix adopts a synth-based style reminiscent of dream pop and 1980s synth pop. It samples old-school keyboard sounds mixed with heavy reverb and effects that really help build an almost shoegaze-like atmosphere. The dreamy, nostalgic sound of the original track is beautifully enhanced. The remix feels like a solid reinterpretation of the original track and, in some ways, can be seen as an improvement over the original song.
The track features a nostalgic tone, combining samples of old music and lyrics that reminisce about the songwriter’s life and past experiences. The track is accompanied by a music video featuring old-school style VHS footage of a beach and children playing, layered with footage of a now-grown man, creating a nostalgic theme in the video in addition to the music.
You can find the track and its music video on YOUTUBE or check out the whole album, Lone Striker, on BANDCAMP! You can also check out the featured artist LOWMOON’s album via Safe Suburban Home HERE!
Written by Naomi Niemiec
