Ray Lark- He’s Gone

Ray Lark of Crooked Ghost has created more haunting beauty with “He’s Gone” – the classic drum beat and guitar chords of a rockabilly song being played on a lone stage, but as his voice comes in at 0:40, it quickly ushers the listener into a Billy Corgan meets early Genesis meets post-punk 80s crooning vibe. There is a grand simplicity to this track, but a clear yearning in his voice coming in around minute 2, hauntingly reminiscent of the sound of Jeff Buckley. Ray Lark has a voice. It’s a distinct voice. It’s a gorgeous sound. Given the sounds bridged throughout, the listener can’t help but wonder the story behind this melancholy track.