The band Montanee released this Friday, the 26th, the first sample of their new project. The single “Gray” anticipates the new EP from the Rio de Janeiro-based alternative rock group.
The song will be part of the EP Recalling Dreams , which marks a new, more ambitious and mature phase for the band. For the first time, Montanee did not produce their own EP independently: the new project was done with Joel Hamilton , a producer who has worked with names like The Black Keys , Paul McCartney , Norah Jones and Highly Suspect , and who has received seven Grammy nominations.
Gray's recording and the rest of the EP took place in New York, at Joel's studio: "He knew how to elevate the band's compositions and get the best out of every moment of the songs," says vocalist and guitarist Felipe Areias . "In addition, the city, the studio, and the people involved made the recording an unforgettable experience for the band."
The lyrics of “Gray” describe a dream vocalist Felipe had about a past relationship. This theme of dreams and relationships informed the rest of the EP, serving as the common thread running through Recalling Dreams .
The EP will be released in the second half of 2024, and will feature collaborations with artists such as Rodrigo Suricato ( Barão Vermelho ) and Tyler Bryant ( Tyler Bryant and the Shakedown ).
Montanee is formed by Felipe Areias, Teo Kligerman and Raphael Moraes .
