Cinematic, bold, powerful, and breathtaking are a few words that would perfectly describe Sounds of Walker‘s incredible take on synth-pop. Milan de la Rocha is the mind behind this musical project. The mysterious architect of intriguing melodies and sounds, he is the sole commander of a musical realm where time and space warp to serve his needs. No deception, just pure, unaltered factuality.
Sounds of Walker has been creating music from a young age, mastering a wide array of instruments in a short amount of time, including piano, guitar, bass, and drums. His life essence flows into his music, leveraging his Cuban and Mexican lineages, where music itself courses through his veins. As a first-gen Latino blooming in the ever-changing LA landscape, his music is a reflection of the city itself, a mecca of diverse cultures and influences. The release of his debut single, “KO,” was met with much praise from the public and multiple important magazines. As he continues to rise in popularity, he has released his new single/video, “Don’t Want More.”
Serving a very retro look and feel, the video’s surreal tone perfectly represents the Sounds of Walker’s style. Taking heavy cues from Depeche Mode and invoking the sound of songs like “Enjoy The Silence” and “It’s No Good” is a journey through his musical realm. Feeling lost in a suburban landscape, wandering in among millions of strangers. Focusing a little more on the melody, the Sounds of Walker’s voice is the first thing that will catch your attention. It’s soft and soothing, easing you into the hypnotic rhythm, as if you are in a trance. Both sound and visual are mixed into a memorable experience, one that will be forever with you.
“Whether I’m staring down the ones who’ve cut me deep, locking eyes with my reflection for strength, or simply shouting out into the void, it’s a gritty declaration that I’m worthy of better and I’ll never take less.”
“Don’t Want More” is an emotional shout for deliverance. The dark synths will embrace you, the lyrics will comfort your struggles, and the melody will stay with you. It’s a powerful anthem, the sound of what dreams are made of, a timeless journey, a manifesto for the unheard voice, a rallying cry for hope and you can’t afford to be left out of this profound event that’s unfolding right before your eyes.
