SINGLE REVIEW: The Valery Trails - Universe
Atmospheric indie rock and roll band from Brisbane, Australia, The Valery Trails, showcase their jangly power-pop crunch on Universe. The track finds its rightful place on their album Winter Palace. With strong radio airplay and an impressive body of work behind them, The Valery Trails continue to refine and expand their tasteful sonic palette without losing momentum.
Opening with jangly, rhythmic guitars, a steady beat, and shimmering cymbals, the track immediately sets a luminous tone. A light, melodic lead line repeats like a mantra, gently pulling the listener in; A hook that lingers in the ear long after the first listen. The soundscape unfolds as a cosmic journey: each sparkling note feels like a galaxy of stars drifting past, evoking both wonder and curiosity.
The vocals arrive low and relaxed, almost conversational, grounding the voyage with a sense of intimacy and calm. In contrast, airy female harmonies float above, creating a soft, feather-like cushion that elevates the atmosphere. Together, the interplay of voices balances weight and lightness, earth and sky.
Anchoring it all is the bass: warm, rounded, and subtly insistent. Its gentle rumble recalls the steady hum of an aircraft — ever-present, propulsive, and quietly powerful — guiding the listener forward while leaving space for the song’s textures to shimmer and breathe.
Overall, Universe is such an easy listen with very imaginative soundscaping, making it the ideal track to sit on its throne on a chill playlist.
