The hovering, harmonic drone that begins CR&A’s “Coping strategies” is soon joined by what sounds like a swift wind and background melodic abstraction that is soon punctuated by percussion that is impressionistic in it’s deployment of hi-hat, bass drum and other percussive sounds. The cover art for the single is a view of someone looking up between tall buildings into a blue sky with white clouds coming into view. The song’s enigmatic mood reflects that halcyon view and it feels like a moment of contemplation followed by a brisk walk as you follow your strings of thought stimulated by the changing landscape. But the vibe isn’t Thoreau at Walden Pond but rather the existential resonance of an urban setting that can likewise spark ideas beyond your immediate concerns. Listen to “Coping strategies” on Spotify and follow CR&M on Instagram. The group released its album Stems on August 28, 2024.
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