Alta Falls’ latest single “Tried To Forget About” transports you to a world of nostalgia with its energetic yet melancholic vibe. The Brisbane-based electro-pop duo weaves a mesmerizing melody with a danceable beat and vintage synths, all while conveying a story through emotive lyrics. The track is elevated by the duo’s seamless harmonies that take you on a sonic journey through an 80s synth dream. The song speaks of Nathanael’s childhood friend, with whom he used to ride bicycles around the Western suburbs of Brisbane and create music together. Through their music, Alta Falls evokes a sense of longing and reminiscence that is sure to resonate with listeners.
Its bittersweet both melodically and emotionally. There are evidently waves of nostalgia going on here, both from the overall 80s soundscape that the synths create and the story being weaved through the lyrics. It all feels like so much, an almost over powering amount of sentimentality and emotion just being flowed onto you as you find yourself hitting such a powerful moment of catharsis when that chorus comes crashing down at the end. Absolutely love this.