UK-based Kaleidoscope Orchestra are back with a stunning new single, Through the Clouds, blending cinematic orchestration, dream pop textures, and subtle electronic energy. The track marks a key moment in the lead-up to the collective’s debut album, Moments Between, arriving later this year. Known for their genre-defying approach to orchestral music, the group continues to push the boundaries of sound with this emotive, skyward-reaching composition.
The origins of Through the Clouds are as inspiring as the music itself. Composed by Steve Pycroft during a 2019 flight from Aberdeen to London, the track began as a reflection on the liberating sensation of flight. Pycroft drew initial inspiration from Hollow Coves’ “Patience” and experimented with multiple grooves and arrangements, eventually inviting longtime collaborator Alex Dee to contribute lyrics and vocals. Dee’s words, inspired by witnessing his newborn son open his eyes for the first time, added a profound layer of intimacy that reshaped the track’s direction.
Musically, the single is a masterclass in fusion. The song’s orchestral arrangements swell and shimmer alongside airy synths, while the inventive “4 over 6” drum groove gives the track a subtly compelling rhythmic drive. Listeners are treated to an intricate interplay between electronic and symphonic elements, highlighting the collective’s unique ability to merge contemporary influences with classical sensibilities. Each listen reveals new textures, making the song both immersive and emotionally resonant.
Through the Clouds also signals a new chapter for Kaleidoscope Orchestra. Having first gained recognition with their viral 2012 video Skrillex Suite and amassed over 12 million YouTube views, the group now turns its focus toward original compositions. This single offers a tantalizing preview of Moments Between, an album exploring themes of joy, struggle, memory, and the human condition, while continuing to showcase the orchestra’s bold, cinematic approach to modern music.
With Through the Clouds, Kaleidoscope Orchestra confirm their reputation as one of the UK’s most inventive musical collectives. The single is both uplifting and introspective, demonstrating that orchestral music can be contemporary, emotionally rich, and experimental all at once. Fans and newcomers alike are invited to soar alongside the group, experiencing a track that captures the exhilaration of flight and the intimacy of human emotion in perfect harmony.
