Acclaimed songwriter Damen Easton enlists the help of his friend singer Jimmie Herrod for a double single called "The Stars (AB Tracks)". The concept project marks the first collaboration between the two creatives.
With "The Stars", Damen Easton pens a song taking inspiration from his friend Jimmie Herrod's path to stardom as a standout favorite on America's Got Talent. The songwriter confides, "Those TV talent shows have a very particular style and narrative, and this work is kind of on the opposite end from those. So there’s a bit of subversion in Jimmie being cast as the star of this show. I liken it to the films Birdman and Black Swan, where the identity of the lead actor actually enhanced the message of the work." Lyrics including, "for a time / mirages / seem more present than what I could touch/ feel," show the perils of fame and the lyric "what if we just love what is ours?" show just how important it can be to be content with the current situation. Musically, "The Stars" enthralls with Jimmie Herrod's stunning and gorgeous vocal prowess singing soaring melodies with a fervor rarely heard in today's overproduced musical landscape. The song also includes timeless piano chords and dreamy soundscapes for a cathartic listen.
Damen Easton is a composer and songwriter known for his unique blend of classical music with pop. Jimmie Herrod is a Portland based singer/songwriter who is known for his insane vocal chops. Together the duo have crafted a remarkable musical moment.
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