‘bloodmoon’ is Dom Malin at His Most Luminous
- Curious For Music Team
- 15 minutes ago
- 2 min read
There’s a kind of magic to Dom Malin’s songwriting — a rare sensitivity that makes even the simplest chord progression feel profound. With his latest single “bloodmoon,” Malin captures the emotional gravity of long-distance love and lingering memories, wrapped in a soundscape that glows like twilight. This is indie-folk with purpose and poise — a stunning offering ahead of his upcoming EP Dom & Luna with Luna Keller.
“bloodmoon” pulses with emotional richness. Its warm production feels like amber light breaking through dusk, full-bodied and immersive. The arrangement builds slowly, almost reverently, allowing every instrument space to breathe. The subtle inclusion of Americana elements — a nod to Malin’s time in the States — blends seamlessly with his British folk roots, creating a track that feels timeless, transatlantic, and deeply human.
The song’s strength lies in its emotional clarity. Malin doesn’t overcomplicate; instead, he uses the metaphor of the blood moon to reflect on the invisible threads that connect us to the people who shaped us. His lyrics are steeped in tenderness, exploring how even absence can carry comfort, and how distance doesn't dilute significance. It’s beautifully understated — the kind of song you want to return to late at night, when you’re most reflective.
What also stands out is Malin’s delivery. His voice is steady, soaked in quiet vulnerability, and it draws you in like a conversation you didn’t know you needed. There’s a rare intimacy here — as if he’s letting you borrow one of his own memories, trusting you’ll find a piece of yourself in it. That connection, that emotional generosity, is what sets him apart.
In “bloodmoon,” Dom Malin has not only crafted a gorgeous song — he’s built a world within it. It’s a world of soft shadows, deep ties, and the undeniable pull of the past. With this release, Malin proves again why he’s quickly becoming one of the most essential voices in indie-folk. The moon may fade, but this track lingers.
