Hayden James & Sidepiece Lights Go Down -

James describes it as a "deep summertime groove" born from his time living in Manhattan Beach, CA, where he sought out a surf-inspired, beachy energy for the record. Track Details Release Date: April 8, 2022. Label: Future Classic .

James often relies on his Prophet 6 synth for quick creation and the Microcosm Pedal by Hologram Electronics to add an immediate "vibe" to his studio sessions. Thematic Elements Hayden James & SIDEPIECE Lights Go Down

James used tools like Soundtoys' AlterBoy and Ableton Live to pitch-shift and rearrange the vocals, creating a "crazy" sound that still leaves room for the track to "breathe". James describes it as a "deep summertime groove"

The track explores themes of desire, longing, and intimacy , centered around the thrill of a night out when "the lights go down" and the atmosphere intensifies. James often relies on his Prophet 6 synth

"Lights Go Down" is the high-energy opening track of Hayden James's 2022 sophomore album, LIFTED . Created as a response to the "darkness of the COVID era," the song was designed to bring people together with a sense of "jubilant joy" and "summer-ready" energy.

Experience the 'summertime groove' in the official music video for 'Lights Go Down', shot entirely on 16mm film:

The track features a unique vocal arrangement that Hayden James carefully crafted to create a "gang-style" or choir-like effect.