Broken Stream
by Blair Ilic
· posted by Kerry Ilic
Manager · Nov 6, 2026
· Report
- Package
- Standard
- Curators requested
- 18
- Sub-genres
- alt-pop, indie pop, pop rock, pop soul
- Mood
- sad
- Release
- Released on Spotify · Nov 13, 2026
- Track
- Open on Spotify
Emotional lyrics about loss
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Hello, Blair Ilic! All right? Thanks for sharing your track with us. The song features beautiful vocals, with good intensity and authentic imposition, which conveys personality and presence to the performance. We like the way the voice drives the composition. However, when we analyze the alignment with the current direction of our curation, we perceive a sound more focused on mood Chill, with a light instrumental base and a very soft and immersive atmosphere. The construction remains predominantly supported by a chord sequence, with little variation in the instrumental elements, which results in a more contemplative and less rhythmic dynamic than we are prioritizing at this time. We thank you for sharing your work with us and wish you every success in your musical journey! Neighborhood's Vibe 🎧
- NOVAPOP | Pop, Dance Pop, Alt Pop & Indie Pop. 1,126 followers
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Hello Blair, what stands out to me is the natural feel of the arrangement. The track doesn't seem to rely on unnecessary additions, allowing its main musical ideas to come through. I appreciate this approach and gladly accept the track to be feature on our playlist.
Hello Blair llic, Thank you for submitting your track “Broken Stream”. The track has a well-defined artistic identity, demonstrating a consistent creative direction and a distinctive approach that conveys personality throughout the listening experience. However, we identified some sonic aspects that affect the track’s suitability for our playlist, particularly the excessive use of reverb and some harshness in the higher frequencies, which stand out throughout the listening experience. For these reasons, unfortunately, we will not be able to approve the track this time. Thank you for your trust, and we wish you continued success in your musical journey!
Hi there and thank you for sharing your music with me! A nice and clean, relaxing tune. Those strings sound crisp clean, good work on the instrumental! You deliver the vocals at 11 seconds, which is nice and early as well - this is good for audience retention I believ. You have a great voice but the pace of the song is a bit too slow for me though. I prefer more energetic singing right from the start. All the best, R
Hey there, very nice vocal work here, right away it sounds quite nice and paints the picture gently. The guitar has a nice tone and the chord progression underpinning it is really well chosen for the vibe, as well. I'd give it a spot, but I'd have liked to hear a bit more tightening up of the quantization throughout, sometimes I feel it slips a bit, which can be distracting. But I do still want to emphasize how well the piece is done, and the musicianship is top notch, for real. Best to you!
Hey Blair Ilic, I was drawn to the power and emotion of the vocal performance and think the songwriting is compelling but I'm sorry to say that the vocal sounded a bit flat at moments, which took me out of the performance a bit. I'm sorry to pass for now.
Hello. The sweetness of the opening—with its subtle guitar, vocals, and the sound of the beach—sets the stage for the gentle nature of the track. At the same time, the power of the voice is striking, yet it never compromises the inherent sweetness of the melody. An electric guitar riff stands out in the mix, while the melody remains anchored by those vocals. Meanwhile, a deep, immersive sonic backdrop emerges, complemented by a resonant, percussive foundation. The singer navigates demanding notes with such apparent ease and naturalness that it is truly remarkable. The track is very pleasant, and something rather unusual happened on our end... Although we won’t be including it—as we are currently looking for a different style of music—we certainly recognize its beauty. The powerful, melodic quality of the vocals caught our attention, so we looked you up on Spotify and listened to your version of "House of the Rising Sun." Several people in the office are already keen to add it to our playlist. Well, we realize this review has turned out a bit long! Best regards!
Thanks for the amazing feedback! I’m glad you loved my version of “house of the rising sun”! I love that song too!
Thanks for the amazing feedback! I’m glad you loved my version of “house of the rising sun”! I love that song too! You’re feedback was great, I appreciate it 👍🏻
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So, I just listened to your music and I found your vocal timbre wonderful, despite having small tuning issues slightly off. However, I see that you have accuracy in the defined pitches, being human. Great musical structure and drum elements that bring striking parts. Other chord and melodic progressions demonstrated your creative ability very well mastered. Being honest, I imagine one day you becoming a male voice in a few years. However, as I prefer to concentrate more on adult voices, I make sure to maintain playlists with curatorial quality. Good work!
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Então, acabei de ouvir sua música e achei maravilhoso seu timbre vocal, apesar de ter pequenas afinações pouco fora. No entanto, vejo que tem precisão nas alturas definidas, sendo humano. Ótima estrutura musical e componentes de bateria que trazem partes marcantes. Outras progressões de acordes e melódicos demonstraram sua capacidade de criatividade muito bem dominado. Sendo honesto, imagino um dia você se tornar voz de homem daqui alguns anos. Porém, como tenho preferência mais concentrado para vozes adultos, asseguro manter playlists com qualidade de curadoria. Bom trabalho!
Hey there , amazing track .Admire the vocals and emotions . But for our playlist , we prefer a bit more light and jolly stuff , Empire of the Sun style . Good luck! it's not a perfect addition .
- chill vibes only - Indie & Alt Pop 17,303 followers
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Hey there! Your song is everything I'm looking for: I'll be really happy to have you in my playlist. Thank you for the submission!
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Hi! Thank you for sharing your song! The guitar and pleasant vocals work together beautifully, creating a warm and enjoyable listening experience. I really like how naturally the performance flows, and the arrangement feels polished from start to finish. I'm happy to add this one to my playlist! Keep up the great work, and I'd love to hear more of your future releases.
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- Folk Beauty 11,695 followers
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Hey, Blair Ilic, how are you doing? Thank you for trusting us and sharing your track "Broken Stream." I simply loved the way your vocal tone draws the listener intimately close to the full depth of your lyrics. It heightens the sense of connection, creating an immersive experience in every single line you write and perform. Standout moments like between the 1:50 and 2:40 marks showcase your harmony reaching even more powerful, emotional heights. This vocal presence is backed by a cinematic instrumental arrangement that drives your vocal and poetic strength forward, tying the entire concept together into an authentic, deeply resonant experience. It’s impossible to decline a track like this, so it is a true pleasure to let you know that "Broken Stream" will be a beyond valuable addition to our Folk Beauty playlist. Congratulations! It is an absolute honor to feature your artistic vision with us. We will be anxiously awaiting its release on November 14th! Wishing you great success and peace with your campaign, and I hope to see you back here again and again.
Your ballad conveys a truly beautiful and delicate atmosphere, supported by outstanding production quality and an angelic vocal performance that complements every part of the song. The overall arrangement reflects a thoughtful and well-executed piece of work. However, at this stage, I'm focusing my curation on tracks with more movement, stronger rhythmic intensity, and greater energy, so I've decided not to include it in my playlist on this occasion.
Thanks for sharing your track.The vocal performance is mesmerizing.The angelic voice,especially the high pitch sections are really well performed.The track is deep and meaningful.Its a very memorable and emotional piece.Sadly the track doesnt align with the current direction of our playlists.as of now we are more focused towards electronic tracks.We would love to hear more from you.Wishing you all the best with the release.Its definitely gonna find its audience.
I think this song is great, and shines with the vocals. The artist has a great voice and vocal range, but the song just isn't a good taste for any of my playlists. More upbeat vibes are my go to.
Hey Kerry thanks for sending over! Beautiful vocals, I really liked the lyrics, really suits the melody and the way you sing. But sadly I found the production to be a little bit too repetitive even tho I liked the guitar chords :( sorry!
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Hi! The idea of an interrupted flow can be interpreted as a metaphor for unexpected changes, emotional obstacles, or those moments when we need to find a new path. I find the expressive potential of this concept and the different emotions it can evoke in the listener interesting. It has great vocal potential and I admire how you reach the high notes very easily.
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Hola! La idea de un flujo interrumpido puede interpretarse como una metáfora de los cambios inesperados, los obstáculos emocionales o esos momentos en los que necesitamos encontrar un nuevo camino. Me parece interesante el potencial expresivo de este concepto y las distintas emociones que puede despertar en el oyente. Tiene un gran potencial vocal y admiro cómo llegas con mucha facilidad a las notas altas.
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Thanks for having a listen! I agree, totally the wrong vibe for your playlist 👍🏻