Matthew Squires and Sunk Coast’s “Wing Song” Takes Flight with Genre-Bending Sound
Indie artists Matthew Squires and Sunk Coast have released “Wing Song,” a collaborative track garnering attention for its unique blend of folk, psychedelia, and pop. Released on March 20, 2026, the song is available on platforms like Bandcamp and SoundCloud, offering listeners a meditative and genre-defying experience.
A Serendipitous Collaboration
The collaboration between Squires and Zach Totta of Sunk Coast originated from an unexpected encounter at a zen meditation retreat. Squires, recently relocated to Ithaca, connected with Totta, leading to the creation of “Wing Song.” The track embodies a desire to create something “earnest and hopeful” amidst a climate of negativity, according to Squires.
Musical Style and Influences
Critics describe “Wing Song” as a complex and layered composition. The Massive Takeover notes the song “blends pop smarts with folk finesse, a 60’s psyche vibe and some rootsy grit, and sits fully in no one musical camp.” It’s characterized as “wonderfully wonky and somehow sophisticated,” with a quality that invites repeated listening. Essentially Pop highlights the song’s “genre-defying blend of psychedelia and folk pop,” describing it as “nostalgic and soothing, drawing the listener in, trancelike and meditative.”
Lyrical Depth and Inspiration
The lyrics of “Wing Song” explore themes of self-discovery and finding meaning in the face of the absurd. The song features lines like, “I’m gonna follow time right back to where it started,” and “We’ll sprout ourselves some wings and then we’ll sing ‘til all can hear it,” suggesting a journey of transformation and expression. The song was inspired by the writings of Ralph Waldo Emerson, reflecting a free-spirited and philosophical approach.
Production and Performance
Matthew Squires performs guitar, lead vocals, and wrote the lyrics for “Wing Song.” Zach Totta (Sunk Coast) contributed all other instrumentation and production elements, creating a spacious and atmospheric soundscape. Dave Franklin, writing for Dancing About Architecture, praised Sunk Coast’s “deft production touches” for creating “the right sense of space” for the song.
Critical Reception
“Wing Song” has received positive reviews from several publications. Austin Town Hall simply states, “I can’t help but feel its charms, so I keep playing it over and over and over…” Reviewers consistently highlight the song’s unique sound and emotional depth, expressing hope for future collaborations between Squires and Sunk Coast.
Where to Find “Wing Song”
“Wing Song” is available for streaming and download on Bandcamp and SoundCloud. The song is offered on a “name-your-own-price” basis on Bandcamp.