Mel Maryns - 'Once Upon a Time'
‘Once Upon a Time’ by Mel Maryns is out now and available to stream on all major streaming platforms.
ABOUT THE ARTIST
Mel Maryns, is a rising artist who burst onto the streaming scene in 2020. Having always had a natural affinity for music, the Cork based songwriter honed her craft since she was a child; singing with her dad who played guitar. After making the decision to start busking on Saint Patrick’s Street (Cork) and Grafton street (Dublin), Mel knew that singing was her true passion. Although she receives inspiration from a number of artists such as Guns N Roses, Skid Row, and Evanescence, Mel Maryns combines a variety of compositional elements to form her authentic sound.
To date, Mel Maryns has six singles in her online discography. Some of her most popular tracks include the likes of ‘Burning Flames’, amassing almost seventy-one thousand streams ‘Ghost in Town’, gathering over fifty-six thousand streams and ‘Butter Wings’, with more than forty-five thousand streams. With twenty-seven thousand regular monthly listeners on Spotify alone, there is no denying the fact that Mel Maryns has developed a dedicated following of loyal fans.
FEATURED RELEASE
‘Once Upon a Time’ by Mel Maryns, is out now and is available to stream on all major streaming platforms!
The single lasts three and a half minutes and sits in at around 67bpm. The track begins with a fifteen second introductory section that features a melodic electric guitar riff which sets the tone for the verse. Mel Maryns’ emotive vocal color flows seamlessly with the smooth vibe of the instrumentation. The subtle layering of a harmonised backing vocal element, check out 1:55 to 2:16, adds a creative flare and depth to the overall sound without detracting from the lyrical prominence.
The melodic piano progression, foundational bass, rhythmic percussion and stylistic guitar layers combine to provide the perfect platform for the vocal. An impressive electric guitar solo from around 2:23 to 2:37 delivers just the right amount of dynamic diversity to ensure that this track is engaging from start to finish. A melodic shift from 2:53 seamlessly transitions the instrumentation to the outro whilst also showcasing Mel’s musical ability. By the time ‘Once Upon a Time’ draws to a close, you’ll find yourself humming along with the catchy hook and in need of hitting that repeat button for another listen.
From the well balanced production and creative instrumentation, to the impressive vocal performance, fans of Mel Maryns, as well as those who appreciate new music, will definitely want to hear this single. Make sure you follow Mel Maryns on social media to keep up to date with upcoming releases and performances!
