Starting as a bass player in the band The Only Fruit, Ruiz! has had his fair share of triumphs and successes within multiple outfits over the years. Now performing by himself, he not only performs solo but writes and records his own music.
‘The Human Touch’ starts with a burst of distinctly indie energy. Ruiz! combines a hard-hitting drum, a rhythmic bass, and a blend of guitar and keys, which creates an instrumental that works in perfect harmony with his impeccable vocals.
Soft and airy, Ruiz! has a falsetto range that is captivating to hear and as the song progresses the indie sound develops and blends into a psychedelic rock sound. This combination, though unusual, makes for a hypnotic and smooth listen. It’s refreshing to see an artist combine genre in this way.
With themes of love and respect, the track is about observing the world with a lack of human connection that some individuals have. Written during the covid 19 pandemic, Ruiz! perfectly captures hope and desperation through a tuneful and lighthearted instrumental but with an underlying level of gloom through lyrics such as “A feeling from inside, leaving fear behind. The fall from insanity.”
‘The Human Touch’ is simplistic in its complexity, with intricate harmonies driven by raw emotion. Ruiz! is a spectacular songwriter using his craft to build a colourful story and vivid images in the minds of his listeners. An easy but thoughtful listen, ‘The Human Touch’ is an instant indie-meets-psychedelic classic.
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