During “Better,” the strength of the grip
that the vocals hold on the attention of the listener may prevent full
appreciation of the supporting instrumentation. If so, it’s a mistake. Soto
Voce have skills beyond captivating vocals. The intro is instrument-driven, but
it’s not until the 1:44 mark (the blue arrow in the below pic) that the
carefully considered arrangement and mixing step forward. And it’s not until
the 3:37 mark (green arrow) that the vocals step aside and permit the
instrumentation to take control.
“Better” is the debut release of Soto
Voce, a duo based in Oakland, California. The members are Kenny Soto and Miguel
De Vivo. So, their performance name is based partially on the names of the members
and partially on the musical term “sotto voce” for singing at a lowered volume.
“Better” by Soto Voce
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