As much as we need our comfort food, we also need our comfort sounds, and Newcastle-based alternative pop outfit Cat Ryan know just the ingredients to create the perfectly balanced comfort tunes! ‘Amsterdam’ is their best yet.
Originally written by lead songwriter Mary-Anne Murphy, ‘Amsterdam’ is a track that’s taken the scenic route, quietly waiting for years before being lovingly resurrected. In its reimagined form, Mary-Anne and bandmate Dan Wright co-produced the track themselves, capturing the gentle charm of its earliest version while giving it some fresh creative energy that reflects where the band are now.
With its dreamy guitar hooks, shimmering textures, and upbeat folk-pop rhythms, ‘Amsterdam’ manages to feel both warm and invigorating. There’s a wistful nostalgia running through the verses, contrasted with bursts of optimism in the choruses, sounding like it’s looking back fondly while sounding confidently modern.
The clever play between jaunty and mellow sections gives the track a strong dynamic sound, with thoughtful storytelling and layered instrumentation showcasing the band’s growth. ‘Amsterdam’ is a milestone moment for Cat Ryan, and a sign of even brighter things to come.
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