This is a melodic indie-rock song with punk characteristics embodied by a fast-paced tempo that delivers the energy alongside a confident, somewhat The Pretty Reckless meets The Libertines-esque, vocal performance that will likely be a good match for fans of the 2000’s era indie/rock associated with the UK and US.

Bright electric guitars are driven by a chord-focused performance whilst a classic punk performance from the bass and drums further nods towards the punk heritage of this song. The guitar solo work also embraces this ethos and focuses on playing from the heart and what naturally serves the song: this then suits the slightly raw, indie-rock style of the song and brings an authenticity that will resonate with fans of traditional music played by bands in retaliation to the rise of soulless AI-churned nonsense. Put simply, this song has soul, heart, and guts, and is exactly the modern antidote to muzak. A great song that deserves to be heard by new fans.

Self-described as “a San Francisco-based band blending indie rock, mellow rock, and garage rock sounds. Making their way around the city, they’re building their local presence and hoping to expand their reach beyond the Bay. The band formed three years ago when Josias, lead guitarist, and vocalist, Kio Nino, met in college and decided to create Kiori”.

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