Irish singer songwriter Knoeline Keane has released her new single ‘Afraid to Sleep’. Since 2011 Knoeline has been writing her own music and putting videos on her YouTube account, which has now over 30,000 views. She has played in some of Ireland’s well-known venues such as Roisin Dubh & Monroe’s Live, Galway and has supported musicians such as Elaine Mai and Mick Flannery.In 2016 she was awarded Student of the Year in Music Performance.

‘Afraid to Sleep’ is a tender heartbreaking number as Knoeline’s emotive song writing displays a sublime ability to touch your very core. With lamenting guitar accompaniment, soft twinkling percussion and ethereal tone the track lays bare Knoeline’s honest and striking lyrics. Her vocals have the ability to soothe and pull tears from your eyes as her warm coos and rich tone immaculately caresses the melancholic melody with ease. It’s a simple yet powerfully emotional track. Each note carries a heavy heart and sombreness with a bitter sweet aftertaste. The delicate presentation in the accompaniment coupled with soft harmonies creates an airy atmosphere while Knoeline’s vocals pine with a graceful quality. With a sublime pulsing beat introduced for the hair raising crescendo ‘Afraid to Sleep’ is an impressive and moving track for sure. 

Stream ‘Afraid to Sleep’ below

Author : Danu