Samantha Gongol Soars on Soulful New Single ‘Planes Are Low’
Samantha Gongol
Samantha Gongol, best known as one-half of the platinum-selling duo Marian Hill, is back in the spotlight with her new indie-pop single, ‘Planes Are Low‘. Renowned for her sultry vocals on hits like ‘Down’ and ‘One Time’, Samantha delivers a melancholic song filled with raw emotion and cinematic lyricism.
The song, which will appear on her upcoming EP, is an intimate exploration of vulnerability and reflection. Samantha shares the origin of ‘Planes Are Low’, recalling a long walk during the days of COVID isolation in 2020. A low-flying plane, seemingly out of place, struck her as a metaphor for her own restlessness:
“The air felt thick, and it was unseasonably warm for winter. Everything felt wrong, kind of like the plane flying so low.”
‘Planes Are Low’ begins with haunting piano chords that set the tone and give way to Samantha’s gently heartbreaking vocals that take center stage and lead listeners through a melancholic narrative of nostalgia, loss, and longing. The chorus, “The planes are low”, resonates like a silent plea, capturing the emotional weight of the composition.
Lyrically, Samantha paints poignant images with lines like,
“It’s 2003 and my dreams are in front of me / I can see clearly / Wheels go round and round / They’re chasing me down.”
Accompanying the single is a beautifully crafted music video that maximizes the reflective tone of the song. It’s a minimalist yet immersive stage set, with visuals that reflect Samantha’s ethereal sound and capture moments of quiet solitude and subtle movement. Together, the song and video form a cohesive narrative that tugs at listeners’ heartstrings.
Following her debut solo single ‘Flash In The Pan’, which received widespread media acclaim, Samantha Gongol is carving out a space uniquely her own. With Marian Hill, she perfected the art of minimalist electro-pop, and with ‘Planes Are Low’, she showcases her ability to strip down and convey her message by relying on simplicity and raw emotion to create something deeply moving.
With this release, Samantha Gongol not only reaffirms her artistry but also teases an EP that promises to be as stunning as it is moving. For fans of contemplative indie pop and introspective songwriting, ‘Planes Are Low‘ is a must-listen.