Ace Banzuelo trap-infused pop single “Mayari” Trends of Spotify
Manila-based singer-songwriter/producer Ace
Banzuelo has captivated music listeners from all over the world with his
introspective fusion of electronic, hip-hop, indie, and pop music. His earlier
singles “Himala” and “Malayo,” both released in 2020, have amassed a combined 4
million streams on Spotify alone, making him one of the most exciting new solo
acts in recent memory.
To add up to his roster of achievements,
Ace Banzuelo was also handpicked as part of Spotify Radar’s global emerging
artist program for a second year in a row—an impressive feat that allows his
music to reach more people outside of the country. “I can't deny the amazing
feeling I get when I heard about this,” the 20-year-old artist said. “I know
this is just the beginning for me as a young musician, but I truly value
everyone who supports the music and the Asian scene. With this recognition, I
stay committed to my dreams and improving my craft.”
Now heading toward brighter horizons,
Ace Banzuelo is ready to conquer the insurmountable with the release of his new
single “Mayari”
under Sony Music Philippines. According to Banzuelo, the trap-infused
synth pop tune was inspired by the goddesses and characters from the Filipino
mythology, using it as a metaphorical springboard to essay his personal take on
romance, toxic masculinity, and privilege. “The song's approach to the myth
discusses how wrong arrogance and privilege is when used as a leverage to
attracting someone,” the young hyphenate shares in a statement. “The song
questions toxic masculinity in a relationship as it is inspired from the war
between the God of the sun, and the Goddess of the moon. In the song, the girl
finds interest in one guy, and comfort to another. The main reason for their
conflict is miscommunication.”
Written and produced by the artist
himself, the song attests to his openness to discuss personal issues from a
socially aware lens, cutting out the posturing for a message that is
universally relatable and morally responsible. Banzuelo points out, “I'm proud
that the combination of my way of storytelling and deep involvement with my art
gives my audience a full different experience. I'm continuously growing as an
artist, and I'm very, very specific with what I want to create and how it
should be presented.”
On a production level, “Mayari” sparkles
to life with its amalgam of chillwave textures, ‘80s-sounding synths,
hip-hop/R&B verses, and modern trap beats, concocting a version of bedroom
pop music that yields ecstatic returns. “Mayari has a very diverse
arrangement since it starts with a slow verse, an engaging chorus followed by
rap verses and a synth solo,” Banzuelo adds. “I produced the song by using
digital vintage synthesizers with modern minimal trap beats on top. I think
what makes it contemporary sounding is my way of using consistent modern sonic
textures in my songs: a cross between the past and the present, just like how I
made the concept of the song's story.”
“Mayari” is the last song off Ace
Banzuelo’s thematic streak of melancholic pop tracks—a prologue of some sorts
that aims to introduce his work to the general public. When asked about his
upcoming plans, the talented young musician is determined to elevate his
artistry to an entirely new level on his next era. “I'm very certain that my
next project is entirely different, I'm focusing on working on my strengths as
an artist and become the instrument instead.”
Ace Banzuelo’s “Mayari” is out now on all digital platforms
worldwide via Sony Music Philippines.
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