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With poise and passion, Arn-Identified Flying Objects and Alien Friends deliver a stirring rendition of the Elvis classic “Summer Kisses Winter Tears.” Their thoughtful reimagining pays respectful homage to the King’s timeless 1960 ballad while still asserting the act’s own artful musical perspective.
Hailing from the heart of Stockholm, Sweden, Arn-Identified Flying Objects and Alien Friends bring their musical prowess to the table. Led by the talented Alien Friend, formerly part of the Swedish band REDMOON, this musical journey unfolds against the backdrop of the picturesque Swedish landscape.
Straight out the gate, the guitar work is on point—retro vibes, delicate picking, and a tremolo effect that screams nostalgia. The tempo proceeds unrushed, transforming Elvis’s original into an even more soulful ballad brimming with bittersweet emotion. When the vocals enter, one might mistake them for a long-lost Roy Orbison recording. The singer emotes with a heartfelt vulnerability reminiscent of the rock and roll legend.
Yet while tinged with yesteryear cool, the production still feels fresh and clear. The drums and bass lay a solid foundation, holding everything together without overpowering the track’s gossamer layers. Sweet strings swell as Alien Friend croons the chorus, escalating the emotional stakes. His voice quavers with ardent feeling, squeezing every last tear-drop from the lyrics.
In fact, Arn and Alien exercise deliberate pacing here, slowing the tempo from Elvis’s zippier original. This transforms the tune into a sweeping, orchestral ballad primed for lighters aloft sways. One can imagine a sea of upturned faces in a packed concert arena, rapt and ready to weep.
By song’s end at just under three minutes, “Summer Kisses Winter Tears” feels like it passed as quickly as the affair it depicts. The production leaves listeners longing rather than overstaying its welcome. Of course, no cover can ever overtake the immortal Elvis. However, Arn and Alien pay their respects while still asserting their own artistic perspective. Yet their performance also renews appreciation for the timeless songcraft behind this classic. Like a bittersweet farewell under summer stars, one feels both lingering melancholy and gratitude for the journey.
