The brand new single “Satellites” from Jason Ayres stands on the edge of indie folk-rock, peering over into Americana with effortless confidence. Electric guitars poetically weave throughout the track, hinting at the influences of Dire Straits and John Mayer, while carefully crafted riffs intertwine with intimate, vulnerable vocals to create a song that is both heartfelt and timeless.
Over the past year, Ayres has travelled thousands of miles and played hundreds of shows, sharing stages with the likes of Billy Ocean and The Fabulous Caprettos, while currently captivating audiences as a support act for Jon Stevens. That wealth of live experience has only strengthened his songwriting, giving Satellites an authenticity that resonates from the very first note.
It’s no surprise, then, that the song’s lyrics remind us that “home” is never a dirty word. Satellites feels like a perfectly worn-in sweater—warm in all the right places on a cold winter’s night—offering comfort, reflection and connection through Ayres’ honest storytelling and understated musicianship.