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Running

from Running

July 19th, 2024

6 tracks

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Running

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Running

Her Motives Are Silent

(You better run) Break my soul out of this cage So distracted and so damn disengaged And my car will only get me so far You can't escape from who you really are I want to believe in more than I see I want love to be true for me And rip this heart out of my chest And let my body get some rest I'm running From my fears From demons From shadows I'm running From regrets From traumas From myself I'm running In circles In mazes In straight lines I'm running Out of fuel Out of hope Out of time I'm running out of time I'm running out of time (Stop running Keep dreaming Keep trying Keep going) (Stop running Keep dreaming Keep trying Keep going) Surrender and you will be free You'll find your home eventually Surrender and you will be free You'll find your home eventually

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Running is an introspective song about facing fears and processing the feeling of anxiety. It challenges the listener to question what they are running from as it leads them towards a resolution. This EP features 6 alternative versions of the song, including a radio edit, a remix, and instrumentals. This EP is a precursor to Her Motive Are Silent's upcoming debut album, Love Muse.

Credits

Written, performed, recorded, and produced by Alan Michael Valenzuela

Additional Mixing and Mastered by Deyson Thiara

Press

PUNK HEAD - FEATURE - HER MOTIVES ARE SILENT DECODES RUNNING

A&R FACTORY - HER MOTIVES ARE SILENT - RUNNING EP REVIEW

07/23/2024

‘Running’ meticulously stitches distorted vocals into the fabric of its production, ensconced amidst formidable percussive lashes flowing through syncopated rhythms and crafting a sonorous web capable of placating the macabrely-minded and unsettling the comfortable.

THOUGHTS WORDS ACTION - HER MOTIVES ARE SILENT - RUNNING EP REVIEW

08/27/2024

“Running” is a darkwave masterpiece that will immediately grab your attention and refuse to let go even after the song ends. Michael Valenzuela poured heart and soul into this composition, proving he’s a skillful, clever, talented artist whose writing, composing, arranging, and producing abilities go beyond comprehension so many times during the entire track.

CLOUT - FEATURE - HER MOTIVES ARE SILENT - RUNNING

09/26/2024

Packed full of exhilarating, atmospheric moments and tension, the project’s latest release ‘Running’ continues to showcase the vivid, rich sonic textures and captivating songwriting that the project has become known for, evoking feelings of anxiety and facing fears hushed vocals and intricately crafted production.

EACH MEASURE - FEATURE - HER MOTIVES ARE SILENT

08/14/2024

“Running” uses a blend of post-rock, alternative, and cinematic elements to create a haunting, beautiful vibe for listeners. As an introspective track, “Running” is about confronting anxieties and fears to guide listeners toward resolution. Valenzuela’s signature sound of melodic ballads and raw lyrics with rich textures is evident on the EP.

BROKEN 8 RECORDS - HER MOTIVES ARE SILENT - RUNNING EP REVIEW

08/14/2024

'Running' is a deeply reflective score that defies easy categorisation. It oscillates between moments of vulnerability and catharsis, guiding the listener on a journey through emotional turbulence. The evocatively vulnerable vocal delivery, coupled with the track's lush cinematic soundscapes, creates an auditory experience that is both captivating and thought-provoking.

MESMERIZED - FEATURE - HER MOTIVES ARE SILENT

08/24/2024

‘Running’ is undoubtedly one of the most engrossing and intriguing tunes I’ve come across this year. Courtesy of Calgary-based artist, composer, and producer Michael Valenzuela, who performs under the moniker of Her Motives Are Silent, it’s an eerie and haunting downtempo piece of music.

THE FURTHER - FEATURE - HER MOTIVES ARE SILENT - RUNNING EP

08/22/2024

This song is a beautiful blend of melancholic pop and ethereal soft rock, characterized by downtempo rhythms and a voice that is both gentle and nostalgic. Running is an introspective journey that delves into the complexities of facing fears and processing feelings of anxiety. The soft, lingering vocals draw you into a reflective space, making you feel as though you’re running alongside the singer, not away from something, but towards hope and healing.

MUSIKE POOL - HER MOTIVES ARE SILENT - RUNNING EP REVIEW

A Haunting Exploration of Anxiety and Resolution

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