Artist: Ethan Gold Single: I’m In The Moon Genre: Art Rock, Indie Pop, Indie Release Date: January 30th, 2025
Ethan Gold’s new single, “I’m In The Moon,” is an introspective anthem for the introverts, a pulsating track that captures the beauty and complexity of solitude. While it’s an energetic tune, its heartbeat is in the defiance against the pressures of social interaction—a nod to those of us who carry the weight of trauma and rage quietly. Gold calls it “a hermit’s anthem,” and it’s easy to see why.
Recorded in Nashville with Cal Campbell, son of the legendary Glen Campbell, “I’m In The Moon” is a sonic tapestry woven with Gold’s deft production skills. He played most of the instruments himself, and the mix—courtesy of Adam Moseley (The Cure, and more)—gives the track a polished, yet raw, emotional texture. The bouncing basslines, plucky guitar riffs, and layered harmonies evoke the spirit of 80s left-of-center pop, reminiscent of David Byrne and Talking Heads, but with a cleaner, more contemporary edge.
The chorus is where the track truly shines. When Gold sings, “I’m in the moon,” the harmonies hit like a wave—melancholic yet uplifting. It’s a line that resonates deeply, capturing the push and pull of wanting to disappear from the world while still yearning for connection. That balance between pensiveness and celebration is what makes this song feel both deeply personal and universally relatable.
This single is a preview of the upcoming second installment of Gold’s Earth City trilogy, an album series exploring the complexities of modern life—from the longing for human connection to the solace found in nature and solitude. While the first part focused on introspection, “I’m In The Moon” hints at a broader narrative, one that embraces the collective experience of introversion in an extroverted world.
Gold’s background is as fascinating as his music. Raised in San Francisco by his beatnik father, novelist Herbert Gold, and his mother Melissa Dilworth—whose tragic death in a helicopter crash alongside rock impresario Bill Graham left an indelible mark on his life—Ethan’s work is imbued with both artistic sensibility and emotional depth. His music has drawn comparisons to legends like John Lennon and Lou Reed, but Gold brings a unique perspective, blending existential distress with an undercurrent of hope.
“I’m In The Moon” isn’t just a song; it’s an invitation to embrace solitude without shame. It’s for anyone who’s ever felt out of step with the world, offering a soundtrack to those quiet moments of retreat. With this track, Gold doesn’t just make sensitivity cool again—he makes it something to celebrate.
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We discovered this release via MusoSoup, as part of the artist’s promotional campaign.
