From Hazlett’s upcoming EP Goodbye to the Valley Low (December 8th, Nettwerk), “Slow Running” artfully entwines ethereal guitars with his harmonious vocals, creating a tranquil folk ambiance. Hazlett contemplates the fleeting nature of joy and the inclination to brace for impending challenges.
On the song Hazlett confides,
When the going’s good and all is well it usually means there’s a strange little thought that wonders how long is it going to last. Maybe we’ve all grown too cynical, thinking the good times are never going to last or we’ve stumbled into a strange emotional evolution. Before anything has a chance to hurt us we’ve already prepared for the ghost. Bunkered down in our thoughts and vivid imaginations of what might come and what might not ever be.
Goodbye to the Valley Low found the Australian born, Sweden-based artist and his long-time collaborator Freddy Alexander going off the grid in Sweden, providing Hazlett with an opportunity to reconnect with his musical roots.
This retreat from modern technology takes centre stage in “Slow Running”. The minimalist sound resonates within the quietude of the lyrics, offering a delightful softness that invites a deep breath and an embrace of the surrounding world.
In its simplicity, “Slow Running” is rich in the creation of space for contemplative moments and introspective musings.
