Each Measure Feature: Ryan King

FEATURE

Ryan King’s debut EP, Past, Present & Future, is a heartfelt journey through love, loss, and all the bittersweet moments in between. He wraps these life lessons in catchy pop beats and raw balladry. King’s musical style steeps emotional vulnerability with an irresistible pop sensibility, inviting us all into his world of vivid color.

The EP starts off with “Time,” a track that begs the question, “What if time could look in the mirror? And then time couldn’t tear us apart.” It’s a remorseful track backed by a pensive piano instrumental that reminisces on all of the losses we endure throughout life. “Speechless” continues the thematic thread of love’s imperfect beauty. This track romantically resonates with crystal-clear simplicity and showcases King’s inspiration from artists like Ed Sheeran and Sam Smith. “Own Way Home” switches up the sultry ballad vibe into a more upbeat pop sound pushed along by drums in the backing track. This song is perfect to blast on the radio while driving down the open road; the lyrics are hopeful and based on finding home. The standout track, “Idea of Us,” featuring passionate vocals from Bethany Grace, radiates the optimism of new love with bubbling energy. It’s a song that captures the weightlessness of the honeymoon phase, where everything feels possible and endlessly thrilling. Finally, “Little Spark” finishes the EP with the artist showing off a darker, oaky timbre backed by guitar. The song’s lyrics tell the tale of “a little spark [that] set me free,” releasing the listener back into the world with hope for brighter days ahead.

Past, Present & Future is a strikingly mature debut project from an artist who understands the power of pop music. Whether you’re in search of catchy tunes or lyrics that hit close to home, Past, Present, & Future offers a bit of everything for you to enjoy.  

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