In a music landscape saturated with singles chasing virality, WAIN arrives like a filmmaker stepping onto the scene with his debut feature—fully written, directed, scored, and produced by himself. A music producer, songwriter, and mix engineer, WAIN crafts music that doesn’t just sound beautiful; it feels alive. His debut album, “Still Colorful,” released in June 2025, is an 8-track emotional journey that hums with introspection, cinematic energy, and the unmistakable warmth of human imperfection.
Each track features a different vocalist and co-writing partner, and yet, the project retains a unified heartbeat. WAIN’s production bridges acoustic intimacy with the dynamic polish of modern pop, folk-pop, and alternative music. The result is a sonic tapestry that feels both deeply personal and universally resonant—like a gallery of portraits painted in sound.
The opening track, Three or Four, sets the tone with wistful guitar strums and reflective vocals that wander between melancholy and hope. The lyrics wrestle with uncertainty—the gray area between what could be and what’s slipping away. WAIN’s production here is tender and measured, giving the singer, Yali, space to breathe while subtle harmonies and organic percussion rise like waves behind them. It’s a gentle but powerful opening statement, one that invites us to feel before we think.
Built around piano and heartbeat percussion, “Take Me Home” evokes the longing for belonging—that deep human urge to return to safety, whether physical or emotional. Tay Lerner’s vocal delivery is soft yet commanding, filled with yearning and restraint. WAIN’s production captures that duality perfectly: expansive reverb and distant vocal echoes mimic the sound of memory itself. It’s cinematic and moving without ever tipping into melodrama.
“Hit the Ground” introduces a livelier tempo, driven by crisp drums and acoustic guitars that dance around an undercurrent of electronic textures. Nitzan’s vocals soar with determination, turning vulnerability into momentum. This track feels like motion—the sound of dusting oneself off and facing uncertainty head-on. WAIN’s mix here shines: every kick, chord, and vocal swell lands with precision, yet nothing feels forced. It’s invigorating and deeply human.
“I Wish I Could Fly” glows with childlike wonder and introspection. A sweeping blend of strings, soft piano, and ambient synths supports a tender vocal that dreams of escape and transformation. WAIN’s use of space and silence is masterful. He allows the song to breathe and build emotion through restraint rather than excess. The result feels weightless, like being suspended in the feeling of a wish.
As its title suggests, “Breathe” is the emotional anchor of the album. Ophir BM’s vocal performance is raw and intimate, carried by minimal piano and subtle rhythmic pulses that resemble a heartbeat. The production is transparent; you can feel the room and the air between the notes. It’s an invitation to pause, reflect, and simply exist—a sonic meditation in the middle of the album’s emotional storm.
Driven by a folk-pop rhythm and shimmering electric guitars, “We Don’t Belong” captures the beauty of alienation and the quiet strength of self-acceptance. The featured vocalist, Mira, delivers one of the most stirring performances on the album—tender, defiant, and drenched in emotion. WAIN balances organic instrumentation with pulsing synth layers that hint at rebellion. It’s intimate and universal—a track that could fill a small coffeehouse or echo across a festival field.
One of the album’s more experimental tracks, “The Yellow Sign,” blends subtle dissonance with haunting melodic motifs. There’s an almost literary depth to it—mysterious, introspective, and emotionally charged. The production flirts with ambient and cinematic elements, layering distorted guitar tones and ghostly harmonies. It feels like WAIN’s moment to explore darker shades, adding dimension to the album’s palette. YOTAL’s delivery on this track got me mesmerized. It is definitely my favorite.
The closing track, “Colorful,” ties the album’s themes together—identity, imperfection, resilience, and beauty in chaos. The production is rich yet uncluttered: bright acoustic guitar, hopeful piano chords, and swelling harmonies that sound like sunlight breaking through clouds. The lyrics celebrate the acceptance of oneself, painted through WAIN’s lens of sonic optimism. It’s not a grand finale; it’s a gentle letting go—the perfect way to leave you satisfied and reflective. ORIAN did magic with her vocals; she delivered just what was needed to calm the ears.
Across the EP, WAIN proves that production can be storytelling. His arrangements aren’t just backdrops—they’re emotional landscapes where each instrument has a purpose, each silence a meaning. The acoustic instruments bring warmth, the electronic layers add modern fluidity, and the mixing, done entirely by himself, achieves that rare balance of clarity and soul. Every vocal sits perfectly in its place, each performance distinct yet bound by his guiding vision.
With this debut, WAIN introduces himself not just as a producer but as a curator of feeling—a modern alchemist of sound and story. “Still Colorful” is a journey through human emotion, an exploration of what it means to live, love, and grow in a world of contradictions.
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