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“In the Meantime” is an intimate story of love and loss. The five songs dive deep into memories and the grieving process.
The opening track, “Rest,” is a song of frustration. The feeling of hitting rock-bottom drove Coby to look inward and find a way to move on from heartbreak. “Waiting For The Sun” is a lyrical follow through as Coby explores imagery of hope and the possibility of change. With help from Will Brahm on guitar, this track soars high above the melancholic tones established by “Rest.” In the third slot is an instrumental palette cleanser, which also serves as the theme of the EP. “A Week Away” draws inspiration from Coby’s favorite jazz records and when performed live, is a unique experience for every audience. Following that, “Jupiter (Reflection)” is not just an acoustic performance of Coby’s debut single, but a completely different emotional canvas on which the lyrics of love feel dark and twisted. The EP’s closing track is an inner monologue amidst the serenity of an intimate moment. But, contextualized by the preceding four songs, “Slow Dancing” is also about reminiscing and wishing to get back that which one has lost.
Coby bears his heart for “In the Meantime” and leaves listeners feeling connected to their pasts and hopeful for the future.
“Jupiter” is a heartfelt song that discusses love and intrigue. Written several years before its release, “Jupiter” has taken on its own identity over the course of many performances in front of various audiences.
With the opportunity to release his first song, Coby chose “Jupiter” for its catchy hook and recognizable rhythm guitar.
In this song, Coby exhibits the three facets of his artistry: songwriting, guitar playing, and singing, which he continues to display in later works and at live shows.
The music video (linked below) is the live performance from Studio A at The Peabody Institute. This song was the culmination of a lot hard work and collaboration with various musicians and producers. The release would not have been possible without Michael Gorlin, Alejandro Quiles, and Destin Beaumont, or the great performances by Rockwell Shapiro, Joey Antico and Gabe Rupe.
