Track of the Day: Echo Harte - 'A Miracle'

Galwegian experimental rock artist, Jamie Harte, known by his moniker Echo Harte, has just released his new single - 'A Miracle'. The dynamic and innovative artist, singer, guitarist, and producer hailing from Galway City explores a large array of genres, with a core foundation rooted in rock music.

Echo's debut album Masks garnered attention for its eclectic sound, with his latest single ‘A Miracle’ proving a testament to his ever-evolving creative spirit.

Reminiscent of early Depeche Mode with a Bowie twist, Harte has no fear in exploring every corner of the techno-rock sound that appears in 'A Miracle'. Driven by intense '80s beats, bulky synth sounds, and standout vocals, the artist's new single is unlike anything out at the moment. Unique isn't a unique enough word for what Echo brings to the table.

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Accroding to the artist, the tumultuous events of the 2020 pandemic led him down a path of introspection. Battling his emotional anxiety, depression, and despair, he looked back through his old notebooks, demo CDs, and memory sticks - bringing forth a lost sketch of ‘A Miracle’.

Speaking about the track, Echo said: "The song's inception traces back to a college lecture in 2013 during my studies in Music Production at GTI. As I explored audio software for the first time using a midi keyboard, a one-minute sketch of the song was created, only to be lost for several years."

With this lockdown time giving him some space, Harte transformed the sketch into a compelling three minute and 40 second long composition, capturing the essence of this emotional journey.

Lyrically, the song delves into the singer's personal struggles. The track reflects on painful scars of abuse and the resilience needed to rise above it. Both raw emotion and aggression are embedded in ‘A Miracle’, paralleled by empowering sentiments. The track ultimately echoes the artist's journey towards self-discovery and growth.

The Galwegian artist presents a musical experience that transcends genres, in his own words: "breaking new ground in my artistic evolution."

Check out 'A Miracle' below!