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Some songs feel like a revelation from the very first listen. They grab you by the collar, shake you out of your comfortable listening habits, and demand your full attention. Joh Chase’s “Gone” is one of those rare tracks – a blistering, genre-defying powerhouse that serves as both a stunning introduction to the Seattle-raised, Los Angeles-based artist and a tantalizing glimpse of the greatness to come.

From the opening riff, it’s clear that “Gone” is a different beast entirely. The guitar work is searing and propulsive, a perfect match for Chase’s dynamic vocals, which veer from a simmering croon to a full-throated howl with breathtaking ease. There’s a raw, almost primal energy to the track, a sense that Chase is tapping into something elemental and unfiltered. When they sing “Your bed, make its covers, so they fall over every corner tight / And my body it left its mold where we laid and watched it all go down,” it’s impossible not to feel the weight of the emotion behind the words.

But what really sets “Gone” apart is the way it defies easy categorization. There are elements of indie rock, alternative rock, and even a hint of alt-country twang, but Chase’s sound is entirely their own. It’s a testament to their skill as a songwriter and performer that they’re able to blend these disparate influences into something so cohesive and compelling. The track’s explosive crescendo feels like a natural progression rather than a forced climax, a sign of an artist who knows exactly how to wring every ounce of emotion out of their music.

Perhaps most impressive is the fact that “Gone” was the result of a spontaneous writing session at Chase’s parent’s house in Washington state. The track has a sense of urgency and vitality that feels born out of the moment, a lightning-in-a-bottle energy that’s impossible to fake. It’s no wonder that Chase used the song as a North Star for their forthcoming album SOLO – with a track this strong as a guiding light, the rest of the record is sure to be a revelation.

In a music landscape that often feels oversaturated with cookie-cutter artists and formulaic songwriting, Joh Chase’s “Gone” is a much-needed breath of fresh air. It’s a song that demands to be heard, a clarion call for anyone who’s ever felt the transformative power of music in their bones. With this track, Chase has established themselves as an artist to watch, a singular talent with the potential to reshape the indie rock landscape in their own image. “Gone” may be just the beginning, but it’s already clear that Joh Chase is here to stay.