Kiko Loureiro - Mind Rise [audio]

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"Mind Rise" - After years of playing in massive arenas and headlining festivals, there's something refreshing about focusing on the fundamentals. The new song taps into that, where catchy, straightforward guitar riffs take center stage, using a deep, lower-register pentatonic scale to immediately engage the listener.
In my mind, the verse goes: Carlos Santana meets Jeff Beck, with sinuous, curvy lines where slight variations in playing the same note make a huge impact on the theme. As the saying goes, "The devil is in the details," and here, those details shape the entire vibe of the track.
The song kicks off in E minor, one of the most commonly used keys in rock guitar. But just when it feels familiar, it shifts into G major, its relative key, lifting the track and creating a sense of elevation. The dynamics between these two bring energy and keep the listener's attention without overcomplicating the composition. In this way, the song avoids relying only on a traditional chorus. Instead, it uses a strong, recurring guitar riff as its focal point.
And then there’s the suspense. The kind that lingers in the air like a shadow in the corner of a smoky bar, where a figure waits, watching, calculating the perfect moment to strike. That’s the moment when the Neapolitan chord slips in, a classical technique thrown into the mix to build tension. The anticipation of the solo creeps in with echoes of the main melody, but this time under the command of a different chord progression.
But as with any music tale, repetition is the thread that binds it all together. The riff and chorus-like sections repeat, reinforcing that music doesn't need to be overly complicated. Sometimes, it's the simple—like a direct riff—that leaves the strongest impression.
Listen closely, and you’ll hear it. Let me know what you feel when listening to the song.

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[smokingsnakes_project]

Kiko Loureiro is an absolute legend! His guitar playing is a perfect blend of technical mastery and pure emotion. Every note he plays feels like a journey, and he’s truly one of the most versatile guitarists in the world. Whether it’s with Angra or Megadeth, Kiko never fails to inspire and amaze. Thank you for pushing the boundaries of what’s possible on the guitar, Kiko! 🎸🔥

[ChrisRizer]

What I like most about kikos songs, is how it feels like he's sonically telling a story that transcends time/era

[moroboshidan]

After carefully reading the description, there's only one possible conclusion:
*o miserávi é um gênio!*

[LuisLopez-ntdf]

You can literally hear the guitar singing, this is very refreshing!

[alrecks]

that octaver pseudo-djent tone is glorious.

[Esma_A]

Already listened to it on spotify 😁I used to listen to open source and sounds of innocence all the time walking to school/back home, so this feels kinda nostalgic

[netocavalcanti]

Uma música melhor que a outra. Kiko nunca decepciona!!! Parabéns!!!

[nightwing]

What was that Kiko??? A work of art. The guitar cries with happiness... Incredible

[jorgeluizoliveira]

All Kiko Loureiro Albums are excellent !

[JoaoPedro-koqi]

Essa ficou incrível! Felizmente o Tesouro se misturou com a Djentalha!

[Gabirudobeat]

Bruno and Felipe always fit perfectly on Kiko songs

[Lau-he]

Vamos Kiko todavía! El nuevo Single suena espectacular y bien power! Esa guitarra tiene una potencia impresionante! Felicitaciones! 👏👏👏😊💪🎸🙌👌

[TheShaolinfunk]

Absolutely phenomenal, this kind of slow melodic tune really grabs my ears.

[FyRaka]

The more I learn about music myself, the more I can appreciate your talent. Youre a phenomenal guitar player and musician Kiko!

[archangelconsult]

Kiko is from another planet. Loved your style from the first album. Take care and stay healthy.

[onlyguitarbr]

Lembrando de todas músicas do Kiko, nossa que legado está deixando, quantas coisas incríveis, ao longo desses anos e dessas melodias. Ja ouvi tanto e sempre a cada música nova ouço com total atenção e imediatamente ponho todas as músicas dele pra tocar ao mesmo tempo em minha mente, é incrível, diversos gêneros e estilos e técnicas, desde as suaves às mais pesadas. As músicas do Kiko não são so pra ouvir, são para vivê-las.

[dulcenaia]

Não canso de ouvir. Como isso aqui é bom!

[sashinjamir]

That creamy, dreamy and buttery lead tone is delish....🔥🫶

[W.Eric.Anderson]

Kiko...my fav modern shredder...fantastic

[FilipeMarty]

Que musica perfeita! Puro feeling, pura emoção, com certeza um classico, ja imagino isso ao vivo!