With “Carry On”, London-based songwriter and producer Jack Gee—better known as Soundtrack Gospel—delivers a stirring and atmospheric track that embodies the quiet strength found in perseverance. Released as the first glimpse of his upcoming EP, the single continues to build on the dreamy textures and introspective themes that have defined Soundtrack Gospel’s sound, while revealing a more emotionally direct side to his songwriting.
Emerging from a writing retreat in Wales, “Carry On” carries with it the kind of peaceful clarity and focused creativity that isolation often brings. Originally demoed on cassette (a choice that adds natural grain and warmth to the track’s aesthetic), the song began as a slower piece with a longer intro. Over time, it evolved into a tighter, more urgent version—yet it retains its emotional spaciousness and ambient roots.
Sonically, “Carry On” sits comfortably between dreampop and lo-fi alt-rock, washed in layers of ambient guitar textures that masquerade as synths. These otherworldly sounds weren’t created digitally—instead, Gee ran his guitar through an intricate chain of modulation and effects, producing lush, wavering tones that lend the track its signature haze. This approach gives “Carry On” an organic, hand-crafted feel. It doesn’t sound like it was assembled in a pristine studio; it feels like it was made, in the truest sense of the word.
Using a secondhand Akai DPS16 to bring the track to life, Gee stays rooted in a DIY ethos, which is part of what makes Soundtrack Gospel so appealing. There’s a warmth and intimacy to his production style—an analog soul that contrasts beautifully with the more digital sheen of much of today’s indie pop.
What sets “Carry On” apart from some of Soundtrack Gospel’s previous work is the emotional directness of the lyrics. Where earlier songs might drift in abstraction, this one gets right to the point. It’s a quiet anthem for endurance—about continuing forward, even when the path isn’t clear. There’s no overcomplication or metaphor overload; instead, the message is plainspoken and honest. And that makes it resonate.
Gee himself says of the track:
“Lyrically, it’s very direct and I think the message speaks for itself.”
And it does. In a time where everything feels fleeting and overly polished, “Carry On” feels like a gentle but firm hand on your shoulder, reminding you to keep going.
Following his debut EP In Retrospect and the single Overtime, “Carry On” shows continued evolution in both sound and songwriting. The track has already made waves, receiving multiple plays on BBC Introducing and being named Track of the Week on Amazing Radio, proving that Gee’s work is resonating with both tastemakers and listeners alike.
With another EP on the way later this year, “Carry On” serves as an exciting preview of what’s to come. If this track is any indication, the next release will be even more cohesive, emotionally grounded, and sonically rich.
In “Carry On”, Soundtrack Gospel has created more than just a song—it’s a meditative moment that captures the quiet determination of moving forward. The lo-fi production, the inventive use of guitar effects, and the honest lyrics all combine to create something that’s both hazy and hopeful.
Whether you’re navigating change, burnout, or just a particularly grey morning, “Carry On” is the kind of track that meets you where you are—and gently nudges you onward.
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