The Woes and Acceptance Of Heartbreak: Colin Waltmann Releases Sentimental Single ‘Saw You In A Dream’

Following the captivating release of his debut solo album, 'Brown Recluse', US singer-songwriter Colin Woltmann is back with his latest project, the EP titled 'A Case Of the Times'. 

He introduces the EP with the single 'Saw You In A Dream', a tender and introspective track filled with a dreamy melancholy and poetic depth.

‘Saw You In A Dream’ is a folk ballad that blends together folk and pop elements to depict the aftermath of a concluded relationship, evoking a poignant mix of acceptance and longing for closure. 

Colin Waltmann sets the mood with a serene yet ethereal atmosphere, employing delicate acoustic guitar melodies from the outset and throughout the track. His vocals exude a gentle, almost whispered quality, evoking a sense of sacred introspection akin to a whispered prayer.

As 'Saw You In A Dream' unfolds, the gentle acoustic guitar gradually gains momentum, accompanied by the addition of an electric guitar that weaves into the harmonious melody. This blend perfectly complements Waltmann's increasingly assertive vocals, reflecting his growing realisation throughout the song and admittance of the pain as expressed in the lyrics “I saw you pass me by. I saw you pass me by. Watching you walk away made another piece of me die”. 

Colin Waltmann has skillfully composed a captivating folk composition in ‘Saw You In A Dream’, through a dynamic textural progression, seamlessly blending delicate acoustic elements with the compelling presence of harder hitting moments. This artistic fusion creates vivid imagery, immersing the listener in Waltmann's introspective realm, while experiencing the sheer beauty of the song.

Ana Joy King

@anajoyking

Image: ‘Saw You In A Dream’ Official Single Cover