Releasing single, fusing subtle twists of Pop-Rock, Synth Pop and Singer-Songwriter honesty, Jacob Chacko’s long-awaited album ‘Much Sublime’presents an evocative and celebratory array of songs crafted to imparts sense of possibility. From the acoustic and ambient ‘City with Lights On’, ‘Much Sublime’ sets off on an enchanting journey through uplifting melodic arrangements, euphoric synths and guitars, and heartfelt, inspiring sentiments. Jacob’s powerful imagery and personal gratitude light up the space amidst an atmospheric and soulful tapestry of design, presenting a humble fusion of genres. The album honours unity and understanding with eleven original soundscapes and impassioned, hopeful performances.Versatility is key.
Despite the threads of voice and colourful production, no two songs are the same–the upbeat energy and catchy hook of ‘Back for More’, and the subsequent country twang of ‘Much Sublime’ quickly secureChacko’s freely eclectic roots. The inspiring heart of the style resounds through anthemic celebrations like ‘Make It’ and ‘Feel Alive’, while a sultry blues rock and soul aura shines for the romantic and nostalgic ‘My Heart and Soul’.
After this, the altogether now embrace of ‘Let It Slide’continues to lift the mood. Elsewhere we get the whispered vocals and full rock fuzz of an intriguing ‘Mission to the Universe’, the joyful and anthemic ‘Turnaround’, and the mellow poetic embrace of an acoustically captured ‘Journeyman’s Tale’. To finish, the latest single from the album–‘Stay On’is a closing track with a simple but striking hook and a boldly blues-rock presentation that naturally lifts the mood.
