Bristol’s indie-rock outfit, The Bedside Morale, has released a poignant narrative of personal struggle and emotional cleansing with their latest single, “Yours Sincerely.” Featured on their upcoming EP, Still Life out on July 26, the song is a testament to vocalist Tim Kazer‘s ability to transform darkness into musical beauty.
Accompanied by a video from GLK Media, “Yours Sincerely” opens a window into Tim’s journey through difficult times. It is both a song and a profound exploration of trauma and healing, where Tim’s lyrics are filled with raw authenticity.
Reflecting on the creative process, he shares,
“Lyrically ‘Yours Sincerely’ was a really tough song to write. Kynan had come in with the song framework and that beautiful bass line. It felt sad and quiet to me, dejected I guess, and I knew what I wanted to write about; I just had no idea how to do it. I think like a lot of people I dealt with the trauma I had faced by detaching myself from it. I stood in the rafters so to speak. I could say the words and tell people what happened but in some way I was pretending that wasn’t me. But that’s not what felt right for this song. I wanted the song to be in conversation with that person, a chance, albeit not face to face, to say all the things I never knew enough to. So I had to force myself to really feel it. I tried to not shy away from putting it to paper, or wrap it up in clever wordplay, which was hard because it meant accepting the reality of it and how little control I had. There are still some lines in this song that, if I spend too long focussing on, utterly break me. So that’s Yours Sincerely. A song about trying to love, in spite of all the turmoil.”
Anchored by a haunting bass line and emotive melodies the song’s musical landscape underscores its introspective depth. With “Yours Sincerely,” The Bedside Morale not only delivers a powerful musical statement but also invites one into a deeply personal journey of resilience and self-discovery. It’s a testament to the band’s ability to craft music that not only entertains but also serves as a vessel for emotional exploration.
