Eddie Benjamin, an Australian-based Los Angeles artist, has released his new single, “RUN!.” It’s an electric jolt of raw vulnerability and melodic finesse that proves exactly why his forthcoming debut album is one we should keep an eye on.
Coming in as one of the most emotionally charged cuts in his expanding catalog, “RUN!” explores the murky terrain of a relationship on the edge. There’s no sugarcoating about it as Eddie gets close to that gut-wrenching, sometimes cold moment when physical and emotional closeness unravels.
Eddie performed all the instruments on this song, and you can feel the intimacy of that decision. The guitar work, in particular, has been likened to Mk’s layered, soul-bred textures. They go well together, gritty and moody, sharp and unexpectedly soothing. It’s a balancing act, straddling indie contemplation and pop approachability.
Reuniting with Alex Salibian, who co-wrote and co-produced the song, Eddie has embraced a dynamic approach that feels simultaneously slick and deeply personal. The production amplifies the emotions, allowing each instrument to speak as clearly as his lyrics. “RUN!” is more than just a standalone track. It is a glimpse into the soul of his upcoming debut album, a collection of coming-of-age songs that will mine themes of grief, love, and the universal desire to connect. And if this song is any indication, Eddie’s music tends to hit hard where the human experience gets a bit gritty.
The music video builds on the intensity, only visually laying out the chaos and clarity of emotional fallout. It’s an ideal complement to a song that invites you to listen and feel. In “RUN!”, Eddie Benjamin doesn’t run away from the hard stuff but confronts it. And in the process, he writes something powerful, poetic, and un-ignorable.
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