“DREAMS” by RISE

With their latest single Dreams, Liverpool-based quartet RISE once again affirm their place as one of the most compelling forces in modern melodic rock. Soaked in ambition and driven by urgency, Dreams is a rousing testament to the restlessness of hope—the forward-leaning pull of the future with no map in hand, only instinct and heart as compass. From the opening bars, the song courses with kinetic energy. Guitars shimmer and surge, synths rise in harmony, and the rhythm section lays down a pulse that feels like the beating of a determined heart. At the center stands Sam Kinley—vocals steady yet searching, his delivery infused with both grit and clarity. There is a subtle ache beneath the words, as if each note reaches toward something just out of view, something not yet known but deeply believed in.

Lyrically, Dreams reflects on the universal act of imagining a life not yet lived. It does not promise easy answers, nor does it romanticize the journey. Instead, it leans into the uncertainty with quiet conviction, capturing the truth that even our boldest aspirations are often fueled by blind faith and fragile resolve—set in motion without a guiding map, only the flicker of belief to light the way. Paul Kinley’s keys bring a glimmering depth to the arrangement, adding warmth and atmosphere without ever stealing focus. Alex Mahoney’s percussion is sharp, precise, and vital, pushing the track forward with unwavering momentum. Brian Petch’s guitar work provides a balance of drive and lift—adding both weight and shimmer to the sonic landscape.

RISE has carved a distinct sound: cinematic yet grounded, melodic yet muscular. Dreams is unmistakably theirs—both in structure and spirit. The production, helmed by Rob Whiteley at Liverpool’s Whitewood Studios, captures the band’s dynamism with clarity and poise. Every element feels purposeful, every detail honed. More than a song, Dreams is a statement—a declaration that ambition is not the absence of doubt, but the courage to move forward despite it. In a world often marked by hesitation, RISE offers momentum, melody, and meaning. As the band continues to build their discography, Dreams stands as a defining moment: bold in sound, resonant in message. It is a song for anyone standing at the edge of possibility, ready to leap—whether they know where they’re going or not.