Montecruz Music

Tag: Singer Songwriter

  • Be Something Real by Matt Shaw: Emotional, Heartfelt

    Be Something Real by Matt Shaw: Emotional, Heartfelt

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    Be Something Real – Matt Shaw

    Release Date: 2025
    Genre: Singer-Songwriter / Pop
    Duration: 2:58
    Date of Review: June 20, 2025
    Reviewer: Rafael Montecruz

    “Emotional, memorable, need to hear.”

    From the very start, Be Something Real caught my attention with the gentle picking of electric guitar strings. Then Shaw’s opening line — “I want to know what it’s like to look in your eyes” — instantly pulled me in with its vulnerability. The lyrics are tender, romantic, and tell the story of that special, newfound love we’ve all longed for.

    The chorus is where the song truly shines. It’s emotional, memorable, and carries the kind of weight that makes you feel this single could, indeed, be something real.

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  • Runaway by Lucas Lutter: A Soulful Folk Journey

    Runaway by Lucas Lutter: A Soulful Folk Journey

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    Runaway – Lucas Lutter

    Release Date: 2025
    Genre: Singer-Songwriter / Folk
    Duration: 3:39
    Date of Review: June 5, 2025
    Reviewer: Rafael Montecruz

    “Warm vocals, beautiful writing, and a melody that stays with you.”

    From the very first note, Runaway pulled me in with a soft acoustic guitar and ambient echoes that worked together in harmony. I felt a sense of calm overcoming my person as I listened to this new tune. Then Lucas began to sing, and his voice hit with that rare singer-songwriter warmth, as if I were hearing a close friend open up about his life.

    The songwriting is exceptional, wrapped in a melody that’s both beautiful and intimate. I might’ve missed this hidden gem had Lucas not chosen to share it, and for that, I’m truly thankful.

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  • Chance Emerson’s All My Love: Emotional Singer-Songwriter Track

    Chance Emerson’s All My Love: Emotional Singer-Songwriter Track

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    All My Love – Chance Emerson

    Release Date: 2025
    Genre: Singer-Songwriter / Folk
    Duration: 3:44
    Date of Review: May 25, 2025
    Reviewer: Rafael Montecruz

    “A heartfelt acoustic gem that instantly draws you in.”

    All My Love opens with a lovely guitar melody, instantly paired with Emerson’s rich, gravelly vocals—full of emotion and sincerity. His storytelling is vivid and immersive, each line pulling you deeper into the song.

    This is one of those rare discoveries that feels like fate. I hadn’t heard of Chance Emerson before, but now he’s earned a spot on my playlists. A true gem I’ll have on repeat.

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  • Sebastián Yatra’s Disco Rayado: A Love Letter in Latin Pop

    Sebastián Yatra’s Disco Rayado: A Love Letter in Latin Pop

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    Disco Rayado – Sebastián Yatra

    Release Date: 2024
    Genre: Latin Pop
    Duration: 2:31
    Date of Review: May 23, 2025
    Reviewer: Rafael Montecruz

    “A love letter with great rhythm.”

    Yatra’s Disco Rayado begins with gentle strums of the guitar and tender heartfelt vocals, que paran corto de enamorarte — a signature style that I’ve come to love and appreciate. But at around 0:31, it lifts unexpectedly into an upbeat rhythm, blending emotional storytelling with sonic energy.

    The mix is crisp, the balance is perfect — letting Yatra’s vocals shine. It’s catchy, well-crafted, and endlessly re-listenable. A song you don’t just hear — you feel.

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  • Balancing What Matters

    Balancing What Matters

    How do you balance work and home life?

    I wish I could say I balance work and home life with ease, but the truth is, I had to make sacrifices and adjustments throughout the years.

    I don’t get as much sleep or downtime as I’d like, and I’ve cut back significantly on things like watching tv or playing games.

    It’s not always easy but I do it because I need to work, I’m not ready to let go of my music, and my family is everything to me.

    I just try to stay focused on what’s most important everyday.