Find the beauty in taking a chance on love with “Kind of Light” from artist FLORIO. This upbeat, heart-filling pop song focuses on the positive in finding love. In every way possible, “Kind of Light” shines in its expression. Off the bat, FLORIO dives into detailed lyrics showing the impact of this love on his life. While he pours himself into the song through detailing how this person has uplifted him, the song’s sound follows in suit. Every aspect of this track is joyful, unapologetic, and honest. “Kind of Light”, simply, is a kind of light.
From the beginning of “Kind of Light”, I expected the song to follow more of an acoustic / pop sound and try to stay within that realm. In place, FLORIO explored other pathways that include elements that transform the song’s overall sound. Adding elements like explosive electronic drums, FLORIO drives the sound back in time. Aspects of popular 1980’s music stick out between a driving force of soft vocals and strong acoustic guitar, allowing the track to blend popular qualities of both older and modern pop music. In addition, the honesty in FLORIO’s lyrics not only make the track stand out through its maturity but also allow listeners to connect with the meaning. The love story in “Kind of Light”, while being cute, does not focus on a “dreamy romance” despite its uplifting and sweet melody. The romance that is the subject of this track followed after a dark period, as FLORIO details, and the person he is singing to pulled him out of bad situations. This connection is one that’s realistic, has endured hardship and has seen dark times, yet the love there is entirely pure and non-judgmental.
Dominic Florio, aka FLORIO, is a singer-songwriter, artist, and producer based in Brooklyn, New York. Living in a town north of Chicago, Dominic’s love for music sparked at the age of 12. While attending the party of a neighbor, he became connected to the piano. Soon, Dominic began taking piano classes that led him to the audition, then attendance, at Chicago’s prestigious merit school of music. By 2015, Dominic graduated from the Berklee College of Music in Boston and began building a name for himself there. Until 2024, Dominic worked full-time in music production and has worked with major networks such as Netflix, Hulu, Discovery Plus, etc. Now, Dominic Florio works as a sought-after songwriter and producer and continues to live & express himself as a collaborative spirit.
Written By Madison Spies
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