Todd Kilby known as Banquet Darling returns with his third single “Shivers and Echoes” from the upcoming album NOW which is set to be released in August. Shivers and Echoes leaves a strong impression and shows Banquet Darling at it’s most assured while proving once again that Todd is an artist who enjoys pushing creative boundaries.
The track gives your senses two totally different feelings at once. There’s a mix of Indie rock, dreamy sounds and a catchy beat that feels rebellious and attractive all at once. The heavy beat and playful drums practically dare your body to move. The light piano sounds quietly sparkle under the music, adding a touch of class to the noise.
Todd Kilby’s voice is the song’s secret weapon. His smooth voice moves easily over the beat, and his style makes every single line sound mesmerizing.
Before focusing fully on songwriting, Todd spent years travelling the world as a circus acrobat, musician and director. Those experiences have clearly shaped his approach to music, giving him the freedom to experiment without being tied to one style. That adventurous mindset shines throughout Shivers and Echoes as everything aligns together to create a distinctive sound.
The song’s production is built around contrast, allowing rough and polished elements exist side by side. The distorted guitars bring a sense of rawness while the steady groove keeps everything controlled and easy to follow. The music feels alive, almost as if it were made to be experienced in a dark crowded space. Every instrument feels carefully placed. Instead of building towards one huge climax, the song slowly increases the tension through repetition and subtle changes, creating this hypnotic atmosphere where even the smallest change in rhythm stands out.
Shivers and Echoes looks beneath the clean appearance of a normal everyday life and nice neighborhood and explores the passionate, intense moments happening behind closed bedroom doors, looking at Love and connection.
As the final preview before the release of the album “Now”, this song sets a record full of intense emotions and deep meanings. It’s title fits perfectly: the quick physical reaction comes right away but the feeling stays with you long after the music stops.
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