Van Vernon continues to define his artistic identity with “Ride on,” a single from his upcoming album, “Welcome and Goodbye.” It’s reflective and forward-thinking, written from real-life events and conversations to escape the cages of our predicament. It places Vernon in a reflective position within the modern alternative music spectrum.
Vernon’s singing remains tempered and emotive, a heavy-handed lightness. The production allows space and texture, which permit the narrative’s tension to breathe. Each sound element fits, enhancing the emotional arc without distracting from the point that needs to be pushed forward.
“Ride on” suggests personal freedom and everything that makes it free of control and judgment. The song conveys struggle as a transition rather than a failure, emphasizing courage and moving toward the light. It ties into broader conversations about freedom, making it both personal and universal. “Ride on” is a substantive track that lingers, as only lived experience can, and only Van at his finest can translate it into song.
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