San Francisco-based artist Michellar channels a raw, Haight-Ashbury spirit on the acoustic remix of “LOVE PEACE WAR.” Drawing inspiration from the folk legends of the ’60s, this poignant track strips back the production to emphasize a heartfelt plea for global unity. It serves as a stirring introduction to her upcoming Homegrown EP, distilling complex reflections on human nature into a timeless message of hope.
A gently pulsing acoustic presence emanates as Michellar’s solemn vocal introspection emerges, contemplating the loss of lives — often far away from home — due to war. “Love is all that we need, to make peace,” the vocals continue with brightened tonal immersion, impactful in its reminder of how unity and love can solve all types of conflict. The lyrics progress into commenting on how more specific tools of war, such as guns, are forces of separation, and ultimately an antagonist to wholehearted desires to “have peace” and connect through love.
Lyrical aspirations of bringing hope, and ensuing singing and positive expression, enamor during the track’s second half — with gentle touches of backing reflective vocals adding seamlessly to the mix. The warming, repetitious acoustic-set backing places enjoyable emphasis on the lyrical drive, evergreen and poignant in its perceptions of love, peace, and the value of human life. Michellar’s acoustic remix of “LOVE PEACE WAR” is a standout success.
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The track is also featured in the genre-based, best-of Spotify compilation Emerging Indie Rock.
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