The dynamics of power are an intriguing prospect. The perception of power having been gained through unjust and bizarre means further equates and calls into question what the perception of power truly means. Compounded with the push and pull of inter-relationship struggles, love, understanding and empathy, the concept of "Hanging on the Phone" both lyrically and conceptually is a multi-faceted metaphor in how all of these dynamics play out in the context of true life events.

Hanging on the Phone (featuring Matt Hibbard)

OFFERING
(words and music by Amber Nicholson & Matt Hibbard)

Amber Nicholson – lead vocal, mellotron guitar, handclaps
Matt Hibbard – harmonies and backing vocals, electric guitar, acoustic guitar, bass, piano, handclaps, tambourine
John Dufilho - drums

I got a view through the screen in the back
and I can guarantee
crystal ball’s gonna give me the facts
lucky me
lucky me

you got a way you can shake up a tree
yeah I know it’s right
cause I’m the one who’s falling beneath 
magic light
magic light

It shouldn’t be 
(the second hand)
that keeps me stuck 
(in sinking sand)

loves comes offering

all this is more than I wanted to bear
not gonna call it fate
reluctantly admit it’s going nowhere
getting late
its getting late

It shouldn’t be 
(the second hand)
It keeps me stuck
(in sinking sand)

loves comes offering

produced and written by Matt Hibbard and Amber Nicholson. Engineered and Mixed by Matt Hibbard. Recorded at Twin House - Denton, TX. ℗ & © 2016 RELICK. All rights reserved.

Offering

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Produced by Amber Nicholson & Matt Hibbard
Recorded & mixed by Matt Hibbard at Twin House
Mastered by Kim Rosen, Knack, NJ

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Green Eyes

This song, reminiscent of 60's and 70's rock, serves as a reminder that chasing after the shiniest objects and most beautiful people will leave you with lackluster feelings. Brigitte Bardot was a French actress and fashion icon that even had members of the Beatles swooning. Relick sings about the emotions that come about with this idolization and expresses that people aren't prizes that you should chase after.

Brigitte Bardot

Powder Pink

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Overcast And Under The Clouds

Words and Music by Amber Nicholson & Matt Hibbard
Vocals and Wurli - Amber Nicholson
Guitar and Organ - Matt Hibbard
Bass - Mike Luzecky
Drums - Matt Young

Produced by Matt Hibbard & Amber Nicholson
Mixed by Matt Hibbard at Twin House Studio
Recorded at Twin House Studio

la magie

Formed in 2015, Relick is the brainchild of songwriter, musician and record producer Matt Hibbard. His rare ability to compose and produce pop songs with a unique sonic craftsmanship has been compared to the likes of Jack Antonoff, Mac DeMarco, Beck and Tame Impala.

The departure of Amber Nicholson in 2021, off the heels of 2020's 'la magie', due to a secret affair with Salim Nourallah, who leveraged the affair through sexual extortion and also previously sought her husband Matt Hibbard to produce and record records for 'Happiness Records', previously 'Palo Santo Records' during Matt's tenure, has led the project back to its roots and original conception.

The release of 2023's 'Perfect', 'Get Down' and 'Hanging on the Phone' as precursors to his second solo record ushered in growing anticipation for the album. On October 27, 2023, Matt released his highly anticipated sophomore album 'the szn', renewing commercial and critical success; ushering in a familiar albeit new era for Relick.

Commercially, Relick's music is featured in placements including Lea Thompson's 'The Year of Spectacular Men' (Motion Picture Soundtrack) and global television adverts featuring the band's critically successful music.

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