Music is therapy, and Harry Keppen, a Dutch music therapist and musician, will prove you just that. This amazing artist has released a heartfelt album entitled “Time Will Tell.” Dropped on July 25, 2024, this 12-track collection is set to capture the attention of listeners through its carefully written personal stories told through great music brought by Kappen’s musical expertise.
Opening up with the track “Cool Down”. This track readily showcases Keppen’s masterful ability as a musician because of the eclectic style of sound brought by the guitar, synths, and drums. This also carries a strong message for the listeners to slow down and cool off in life. Everything is happening so fast around us that we forget to just live and appreciate what’s in front of us. It was a great message to introduce the whole collection, for sure.
The next track is “Where the Volcano Is Awake.” It is an acoustic track that embraces the fact that the world is full of passionate people, and it can be exhausting. This song will teach you how to let go and let the peaceful world come in. It is a feel-good track that you will certainly enjoy. Following this is another slow track entitled “One Life.” It is a love song that is directed to someone dear to Kappen’s heart. This track is about a fiery reflection about love and relationships with someone. It is backed with good-sounding guitar and voice effects, which amplify the emotional delivery and performance of Kappen in this song.
“Go with the tide,” on the other hand, is packed with synths and beats that were crafted into a great structure, making the whole listening experience satisfying. This track is a personal favorite. This track talks about the feelings of losing control—seeing and feeling your life slip through your own fingers. This also talks about the uncertainties that some get from the unknown and the acceptance that whatever comes in our lives will always come, and because of this understanding, it brings a great deal of peace to our minds. The same elements are also shown in the song “Rearrange and Start Over,” which is also a track that carries a great reminder to just take it easy and not overthink everything.
Harry Kappen is also proven to be a great lover through this album. Having performed numerous love songs for this collection, this man could brag about his passion and dedication toward his partner. Specifically, “Not all of us agreed” and “This is real to me” are great examples of that. Both of these tracks are packed with upbeat instrumentation, which carries a positive vibe throughout the listen. These tracks talk about how everything in the world could remain uncertain and unsure, but with that special someone, everything gets worthwhile—everything becomes true and real, and you get to have love that could set you free. On the other hand, “Time Will Tell” is a slow rock version of a love song featured in this collection. This talks about the reality of a person and how they feel about their personal life—from being invincible and at the same time insecure to how uncertainties may cloud their judgment. During all these down moments, you long for a connection with someone who would hold you through it.
Other tracks that are also featured on this album are “Never Let You Go,” “Open Your Heart,” and “Liberation Day.” These tracks also carry Kappen’s signature sound along with his thought-provoking lyrics, performed in his clear and emotional voice. Lastly, “The Freedom Inside” is a track that carries an important message for everyone: “Change comes from the inside,” says the song. Kappen reflected on how the world is certainly chaotic and miserable at its current time, and with this, he realized that he could only do so much about it. Your good side needs to come out, and through that, it can be so liberating.
Ultimately, Time Well Tell is a unique fusion of genres that focuses on heartfelt messages incorporated through the energetic signature sound of Kappen’s music. It is an album that will connect you to the roots of humanity—most especially to yourself as a form of reflection. Kappen not only managed to successfully connect through his music, but he also successfully showcased his abilities as a musician with a great passion for music and influenced the listeners while sharing his hopes, dreams, and fears. This is the type of music that can evoke a range of emotions—it is the type of music that can make you feel seen and appreciated. This album is personal, powerful, and passionate, so be sure to check it out. Check out Time Well Tell, now available for streaming on all your favorite platforms worldwide. Follow Harry Keppen on his social media accounts to learn more about his music and experience the healing power of his music!
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About the Author
Tine Quirino, also known as Kristine, is a writer (frustrated one), a dreamer (serial sleeper), an INFJ (also INTP/J), a (professional) fangirl, and a good listener (‘literally and figuratively,’ she states).
She is just here, lurking somewhere, enjoying all your music. Music of any kind is still music, after all.
