British Indian Rock Artist Maya Lakhani releases new single 'Nightfall'
By Jay Mistry
IG: @Purejmist // T: @Purejmist
‘Nightfall’ is the latest and third self-produced single from British Indian rock artist Maya Lakhani, featuring alt rock production and poignant lyricism.
Maya has received ongoing industry support, following the release of her first two singles ‘The Line’ and ‘Walk Alone’, from the likes of BBC Introducing, Planet Rock and Radio X, as well as being featured on Spotify editorial playlists. She has even received coverage from Rolling Stones India and leading British Asian newspapers Asian Voice and Eastern Eye – we love to see it.
‘Nightfall’ is another strong track from Maya, with the etherial guitars reminiscent of classic rock tones coating your ears and a lush sound palette. The ambience immediately oozes depth as the Maya comes in with her delicate vocals. The thick stadium sound in her performance brings back vivid memories of festival performances in the past.
The chorus is where Maya’s powerfully emotive and anthemic melodies shine. The guitars and Maya’s vocal performance cut through an immense wall of sound she’s created with a straight swing on the drums, from the syncopated rhythm earlier. The guitar lead increases in sequence as it leads up, accenting the lines “I am holding on when nightfalls/ For my life, my life” dropping back down into the next verse with ease.
Linkin Park, Sevendust, Paramore, Bloc Party and R.E.M are a few artists that come to mind when playing this song with the nostalgia it pays homage to. The ambience created throughout, from the instrumentation, musicianship and layering is a testament to Maya’s prowess as a songwriter.
Listening to Maya’s previous songs ‘Walk Alone’ and ‘The Line’ gives me Bat For Lashes vibes on her vocal performance and sound holistically. Maya’s lyrics address personal feelings of longing; personal freedom, with the desire to be understood. ‘Nightfall’ addresses the bad habits and vulnerability we have at night with ourselves and the loneliness isolation can bring.
Playing Nightfall a few times gave me further glimpses into the song and the layers of depth not noticed before. It’s definitely one on repeat!
Listen to ‘Nightfall’ by Maya Lakhani on all streaming platforms and financially support her music on Bandcamp.
You can also follow Maya’s journey on Instagram and Twitter.
About Jay
Jay Mistry is an artist, film sound producer and engineer. He is stylistically influenced by Indian classical and jazz percussion - from roots and neo-soul to gospel.
2021 saw the release of his debut EP Night Dreams on 4NC¥ (4ncurrency), several guest mixes for Borderless Grooves and a debut on Subtle Radio. His solo project JMist has been supported by Mango Masala Radio, Mera Bhai on Boxout FM, Rebello Music, Riva on Electronic Subculture and the Daytimers Collective. This follows on from his single Stop Dem with Threshold on Skutta Records which featured In Red Bull and led to label nominations.