Richard Green has always been an artist unafraid to move between worlds. From his neoclassical work with piano and strings to his experimental electro-pop projects, he has shown a rare flexibility in sound. With his latest single, Holding a Gun, released on July 19, 2024, Green turns his attention toward the harder edges of electronic music, creating a track that fuses tech-house with breakbeat energy while carrying a deeper personal meaning.
The song was born out of a difficult year in Richard’s life, a time when judgment and misunderstanding weighed heavily on him. The “gun” in the title is not literal but symbolic—it represents the way people point fingers at others, often too quickly and without compassion. That theme sits at the heart of the track, giving the beats and textures more weight than a typical club tune. Holding a Gun is sharp and dynamic. The rhythm section stands out with its driving kick and snare patterns, layered over restless synths that pulse and shift in the background. The production reflects Richard’s inspiration from Boyz Noize, particularly the harder electro and techno sounds of his early career. The track’s breakbeat elements add grit and unpredictability, keeping the listener engaged from start to finish.
What makes this single so striking is the way it blends intensity with thoughtfulness. It works on the dance floor, but it also speaks to a broader human experience of judgment and resilience. That balance shows Green’s versatility not only as a producer but also as a storyteller through sound. Recorded in his London home studio, Holding a Gun feels personal yet polished, the result of an artist who knows his craft and continues to push himself in new directions. With more music and an EP on the way, Richard Green proves that his creative well runs deep—and this single is a powerful statement of where he stands right now.
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