An uplifting shoegaze track that captures the energy and optimism of starting a new chapter. With its reverb-soaked guitars and dreamy textures, the song reflects the excitement of embarking on a fresh journey, filled with hope and ambition. Perfect for listeners who enjoy reflective, ambient soundscapes, this track creates a space for introspection and motivation.

Usage Terms:
This track is available for free for profit under the Creative Commons Attribution License (CC BY). You are welcome to use this song in your YouTube videos, shorts, or other projects, including monetized content. All I ask is that you provide proper credit. If possible, please link back to this original upload or my profile.

To credit this track, please include the following in your description:

Song: This Year Ahead
Artist: @APBBrianRolling
Original Upload: https://on.soundcloud.com/xpqT5sZSgUoPVrTq9

Lyrics

Waking up to morning light,
New beginnings feel so right.
Walking through familiar halls,
This time I’ll stand, I won’t fall.

New days ahead, we’re on our way,
Bright and bold, we’ll seize the day.
With open hearts, we’ll write our name,
This year won’t ever be the same.

Running through the endless halls,
We’ll leave our mark, we’ll break the walls.
With every step, we’re reaching high,
The future’s bright, the limit’s the sky.

New days ahead, we’re on our way,
Bright and bold, we’ll seize the day.
With open hearts, we’ll write our name,
This year won’t ever be the same.

(Ascending Portio)

This Year Ahead

Blending ethereal melodies with introspective themes, I create dreamlike soundscapes using Udio AI music generation tools. Drawing from shoegaze, dream pop, and ambient sounds, my tracks explore the realms of memory, emotion, and the passage of time. Each song is an immersive experience designed to help listeners drift into reflection and calm. Whether it’s layered guitars or haunting atmospheres, the music is a journey through sound—crafted by the fusion of human emotion and artificial intelligence.
🎧 Available on YouTube, Rumble, and more. Let’s get lost in the music together.

Formed in Rostov-on-Don in early 2024, Echosalute brings together longtime friends with deep roots in the shoegaze and post-rock scene. Originally a trio of Karen, Kirill, and Stas (all from 417.3) created the band, later they welcomed Vladimir from Aerofall, having formed their lineup therefore in the summer of 2024.

With a sound rooted in shoegaze, noise rock, and post-rock, Echosalute balances swirling intensity with melodic, emotive vocals—a nod to the British shoegaze greats of the ‘90s. More than just a band, they are a tight-knit group of friends, dedicated to their craft and surrounded by a community that fuels their creativity.