Hollow Star has released “Running”, and this is a single that caught our attention from the first play. There is no long build-up here. The song gets moving quickly, with sharp guitars, a strong rhythm and a dark atmosphere that keeps the track pushing forward.
What grabbed us first is the guitar work. It has that post-punk edge without turning into a copy of anything. The guitars are tight and lively, while the rhythm gives the song a steady sense of movement. There is a lot happening, but the track never becomes messy. That balance is one of its best points. His voice is another big part of why the song works. It is rich and strong and carries the whole track. The chorus is good. It sticks around after the song ends, which is always a good sign for us.
The song touches on identity, dependence and absence, asking what happens when someone is caught between who they are, what they need and what is no longer there. The darker mood gives those ideas some extra weight, but the song never gets lost in them.
The production is professional and gives every part enough space while keeping the track full. We have to say, we are falling in love with this sound. This song is strong, memorable and easy to come back to. Our first listen was enough to make us want to hear what Hollow Star does next.
