The Song:
"Feel Alive" is a feel-good, super-pop track that's sure to have you swaying and smiling before the first chorus breaks. The track opens with some whimsical synths, which set up the dreamy, easy-going feel of the track. Enter the chorus, which, yes, is catchy, but don't let it fool you- the Metermaids are lyrically enlightened, and this cut is nothing short of poetic. With lines like "Static wrote the rhythm of my heart beat" and "A cigarette for every kiss / A photo album made of ash," the imagery their rhymes evoke is clear as day as the boys speak of progressing and growing through hardship and strife. With lyrics this uplifting, Metermaids don't even need a beat to give life to this track..
The Background:
The Metermaids are two New York emcees, Swell and Sentence, who met through NYC's underground hip-hop scene in 2006. Embodying the convergence of indie rock and hip-hop, the Metermaids represent a new sound in crossover music that bends and melds genres, unveiling new possibilities both lyrically and musically. After hooking up with the producer Matt Stine of 27 Sound they released their debut EP in 2006. The duo then hit the road touring with the likes of Brand Nubian, Atmosphere, Sage Francis, Fabulous, Lady Bug Mecca (Digable Planets), The Lox, and Camp Lo. In 2008, with an arsenal of touring under their belt, the Metermaids launched their first full-length Nightlife, a raucous mash up of gritty break beats, heartfelt lyrics, and a touch of rock n' roll. Nightlife is currently available on 27 Sound Entertainment.
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