The Swiss band Lone Assembly made up of Raphaël Bressler, Glenn Le Meur, Jim Bodeman, and Romain Segu, returns with a new single that marks a subtle but significant shift in their sonic journey. With “In the Open,” released on June 6, 2025 via Irascible Records, the Geneva-based quartet invites listeners into a clearer emotional space where melancholy remains, but finds new, warmer, and more melodic shades.
The song represents a natural evolution for the band. While their previous work was characterized by dense atmospheres and introspective darkness, here emerges a faint, almost hopeful light that doesn’t dissolve the emotional weight but wraps it in a more enveloping and direct sound. It explores the emotional release of a protagonist trapped in an endless cycle of suffering, maintaining the dark elegance while naturally venturing into the realm of emotional synthpop, in a sonic openness that lives up to the track’s title.
Produced by Léo Zrehen at DTR Studio and mastered by Julien Grandjean at Jetlag Audio (Vevey), the single shines with sonic clarity and meticulous production. Layers of analog synthesizers, a warm rhythmic base, and Raphaël’s restrained yet deeply expressive voice build a sincere emotional narrative that grows with every listen.
“In the Open” is not just a song; it’s a statement of intent. It reflects a band that has found a new way to express what they’ve always wanted to say—with a more open, freer, and livelier sonic sensibility.
The release is accompanied by an official music video, available on Lone Assembly’s YouTube channel, adding a visual dimension that matches the track’s intimate and reflective atmosphere.
You can now listen to “In the Open” on all digital platforms. A must-hear for those seeking honest emotions and deeply resonant sounds.
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