With his hauntingly beautiful new single “If We Could Escape,” indie cult hero David Cloyd solidifies his triumphant return to the national spotlight, delivering the final preview of his forthcoming album Red Sky Warning (out June 6 via ECR Music Group). This Hitchcock-inspired masterpiece arrives amid growing anticipation, following two previous singles that earned coveted placements on Apple Music’s “New In Alternative” playlist alongside legends like The Cure and Bon Iver.
Produced by label president Blake Morgan, who calls this track “the one that made me want to mix this record,” the song channels the thrill of life’s unpredictable journey. Cloyd reveals the track was inspired by North By Northwest’s themes of daring leaps into the unknown, mirroring his own artistic path: “No matter how uncomfortable each choice can get, my life is a thrilling wild ride.” This adventurous spirit permeates the composition, blending Cloyd’s signature emotional depth with an exhilarating sense of momentum.
The single continues Cloyd’s remarkable career trajectory – from his 2009 DIY debut Unhand Me, You Fiend! (recorded in a tiny Brooklyn apartment) to becoming ECR’s VP of Creative Operations and a Buffalo music scene pillar. His distinctive artistry draws favorable comparisons to Radiohead, Jeff Buckley, and Peter Gabriel, yet remains unmistakably original. As Plastic Magazine notes, he’s “revered for crafting emotive, intricately layered compositions,” while The Indie Grid praises his ability to navigate “the emotional complexity of someone who’s lived through indie stardom’s highs and life’s quieter victories.”
“If We Could Escape” arrives as the perfect bridge between Cloyd’s past achievements – including viral covers licensed by Paul McCartney’s company and music featured on major TV shows – and what promises to be his most compelling work yet. With major press coverage and international audience engagement growing daily, this cinematic single proves Cloyd’s music is indeed arriving “exactly when people need it most.”
