Released: 21/10/22
London born poet and rapper Dan Whitlam is back with a new single, Lights Down, releasing via Needwant. Dan Whitlam blends clever instrumentation with spoken word poetry and rap to hit that modern, London chilled out vibe - with relatable and emotive lyrics, Dan captures the essence of being a young person with an honest and authentic approach to his music. KOATES is best described as ‘pop-noir’, taking influence from old and new. A hybrid of pop and electronic music with a whole lot of soul. 'The music has got a wicked flow to it. He is one to get ingrained deep, deep into your head' - Jack Saunders (BBC Radio 1) Gently plucked guitar starts this song off before Whitlam's distinct vocals come in, accompanied by an upbeat rhythm which chops and changes cleverly with the flow of the lyrics. Moving away from a poem and into a rap, Dan's change of pace with this single is prescient and fits that UK chilled rap vibe excellently. A massive hook from KOATES ties the song together, doubled and covered in reverb this thought provoking song is perfect for your night time drives and relaxed times. Barebones production captures the live sound of each instrument and the emotion in the lyrics giving this song power and authenticity.