“Shadows in the Night” by S J Denney is a brooding and introspective ballad that showcases Denney’s emotive vocals and poignant songwriting. The track to me seems to speak towards themes of loss, grief, and the struggle to move on from a past relationship, with Denney’s soulful delivery drawing the listener into the raw emotion of the song. There’s an element of escapism to the piece, not just from the world it draws you into through the mood setting of his guitar, but also just the expression of the chorus as a way to sort of detach and escape into the darkness of the night.
The sparse but punchy guitar work alongside the classical Flamenco production build a sense of space and intimacy, allowing Denney’s vocals to take center stage and truly captivate you as it progresses.
Ever the figure to push for progression in Flamenco, “Shadows in the Night” might just be Denney’s best entry into the genre yet.