Benton Crane Unleashes a Thrilling Sonic Journey With “Forgotten Souls” in This Electrifying, Emotion-Driven Triumph
- STAFF
- Jun 4
- 4 min read
By: Staff
An unforgettable masterwork of raw emotion, hypnotic storytelling, and soul-stirring instrumentation from Benton Crane.
We found the exhilarating artist Benton Crane and their latest release, “Forgotten Souls,” and immediately the opening is an electrifying burst of notes that paints a vivid sonic landscape. There’s an unmistakable sense of intent in every moment, like a story already whispering through the cracks before any lyrics are even sung. We caught wind of the official visualizer video on YouTube and headed straight there to take in the full experience, and it absolutely delivered.
With a twinkling cascade of notes propelled by a wide, rhythmic base, the foundation is laid to deliver “Forgotten Souls,”with a lush organ tone that fills the space and beckons the listener inward. What also stands out in this intro is the tantalizing visual sonic emulator that pulses like a beacon, teasing what’s to come. As the guitars burst in alongside the drums, they hit with explosive precision, creating a towering wall of sound, a crashing wave of energy that envelops you completely. The cascading, glittering strings feel almost visual, like glowing embers trailing from the guitar with each stroke, making for an absolute thrill.
When Benton Crane enters, his vocal presence is smooth and captivating, with a spoken cadence that oozes swagger. There’s an undercurrent of confidence that makes it feel like he’s lived through every word, and now he’s ready to tell it. His delivery is intimate yet commanding, drawing you closer. And then, as if to confirm the tone, we hear a lyric that pierces the moment with haunting clarity:
“I walk out to see the darkness that surrounds me staring, face-to-face with my days of regret”
The weight of those words hangs thick in the air, and you can feel the tension not only in Crane’s voice but embedded in the very arrangement of the song. Regret saturates the sonic texture, and his steady, restrained performance serves to heighten the gravity of the story unfolding.
Then comes the line that threads the heart of this track together:
“The souls that you forgot are coming home”
Suddenly, the message sharpens. Actions have echoes, and what we choose to ignore doesn’t disappear. It waits. This lyric lands like a reckoning, confronting the listener with the inevitability of consequence. The composition builds around this theme with haunting poise.
Following that moment is an exhilarating organ solo that completely rips through the track. The left hand delivers long, sustained pulses while the right cuts across with a nimble flurry, resulting in a dazzling interplay that is nothing short of stunning. It’s theatrical, but not in excess, and rooted deeply in soul and instinct.
What we really admire about “Forgotten Souls” is its immersive energy and commanding emotional tone. It’s not just a song. It’s a mirror. It invites the listener to look inward, to explore buried choices and dormant regrets. And what also impresses us is how the narrative and soundscape merge into something cinematic, pulling us away from wherever we are, our desks, our cars, and placing us in the thick of memory, vulnerability, and introspection. That kind of transportive power is rare, and Crane absolutely captures it here.
Then comes a blistering, soaring retro rock guitar solo by Andrew Krist that feels like a transcendent moment, a cathartic unraveling that lifts the song to its emotional climax. It’s the kind of solo that invites you to close your eyes and surrender. It touches the soul, and just when you hope it might go on forever, it gives way to the final outro, an ongoing barrage of glorious, unfiltered rock ‘n’ roll.
We couldn’t be more impressed with Benton Crane and this release. “Forgotten Souls” is a full-throttle, emotionally nuanced thrill ride from start to finish.
With flawless production, a crystalline mix, and mastering by Mat Leffler-Schulman at Mobtown Studios, every instrument claims its space without stepping on another. The result is a cohesive, crisp, and beautifully gritty sound that embodies the raw power of indie rock done right.
Major kudos go to the full creative force behind this project—Benton Crane, whose vision and vocals drive the experience; Andrew Krist, whose soaring guitar work electrifies the track; and the production professionals like Leffler-Schulman, whose precision brought everything together. This team has crafted something that resonates deeply while still thrilling the ears.
We’re beyond thrilled to have discovered this artist and will be keeping a close ear on what comes next.
“Forgotten Souls” by Benton Crane is a searing, cinematic experience that grips the heart and ignites the mind.
Benton Crane is rapidly establishing himself as a bold and distinctive voice in the indie music landscape. Based in Boulder, Colorado, Crane draws from a wide-reaching sonic palette that fuses psychedelic textures, retro guitar tones, and refined pop layers into a deeply immersive experience. His lyrics don’t just tell a story, they evoke emotion, spark reflection, and linger long after the final note fades. We strongly encourage you to take the time to experience his music, you won’t regret it.
We’re so excited to have found Benton Crane and can’t wait to hear what comes next.
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