Blake Langdale Shines a Light on Dark Times in “Streets”

Up an coming pop singer-songwriter, dancer, and all-around artist Blake Langdale released the video for his latest single “Streets” earlier this fall. This is the indie pop video that you didn’t know you needed to see this year. The fact that “Streets” isn’t at the top of several user’s YouTube recommendations is, frankly, a damned shame.

Blake Langdale: A Multifaceted Artist

Now, I’ll be upfront and admit that I’m not sure if the indie pop label I attached to “Streets” fits or not. Like I’ve said before, I may not be familiar with many modern genres and their offshoots but my ears know what they like.  The track sounds poppy but there is a definite artsy avant garde element to it. The song and accompanying video are polished and absolutely ready for mass consumption. The difference is that nothing about the release feels cookie-cutter. Langdale’s work is obviously art made from the soul as opposed to being cooked up in a board room.

Much of the same could be said about Langdale himself. He has the kind of polished good looks that you would expect to see on a billboard or the silver screen. Instead of just flexing his looks on the world, the man brings some serious talent to the masses. Not only does he play several instruments as well as sing he is also an accomplished dancer. The man has even developed electronic tap shoes. The guy is pretty much the definition of multifaceted.

“Streets”

The song itself is a dreamy and surreal pop banger. It goes from smooth to sexy and back again in just over three minutes. In the song, Langdale showcases his expert lyricism and composition as well as his vocal range. Langdale may not be sitting on top of the charts just yet but it’s not for lack of talent or passion.

The video for the track is even more interesting. It tells the story of a man who loses everything and then finds himself through community. The story is told through the lens of the current pandemic, protests, and the aftermath of riots.

Throughout the narrative, Langdale takes time to showcase his dance skills. This includes some solo dancing during the hook, some group choreography, and even a short dance battle.

The video deals with current events but the story it contains is timeless. An individual rising from defeat to triumph is one that will always be both relatable and inspirational.

In short, don’t sleep on Blake Langdale or “Streets”.