Irish Neo-Soul, Jazz, and Hip-Hop collective Projective have made a radiant entrance onto the music scene with their debut single 'Running.'
Known for their electrifying live performances, the seven-piece ensemble has quickly built a reputation as one of Ireland’s most exciting new bands, selling out venues like Cork Opera House’s Green Room and gracing stages at the Cork Guinness Jazz Festival and Chamomile Garden in Dublin - all before releasing any music officially.
'Running,' produced by double platinum producer Cian Sweeney, perfectly captures the band’s genre-blurring style and polished musicality. The track opens with dreamy vocal harmonies, finger-picked guitar, and swelling synths, crafting an intimate and melancholic soundscape. At the 50-second mark, the energy shifts dramatically, transitioning to a dynamic drum-and-bass-inspired rhythm propelled by catchy melodies and layered guitar lines. The song culminates in a gospel-infused breakdown and a hip-hop-inspired groove, featuring an elegant rap flow that closes the track with finesse.
Discussing the single, Projective describes it as a reflection on the overwhelming nature of negative thoughts, evolving organically from a jam session into a richly textured piece. Months of live performances honed the song’s intricacies, and its recording marked the realisation of the band’s clear sonic vision.
With a year of milestone performances and accolades behind them, Projective’s recorded debut confirms what live audiences already know: this is a band destined for great things.
