‘Are You Still Sad All The Time?’ harks to the perils and tribulations of our modern day reality, dominated by political and social strife and the pervasive sense of insecurity. A strong drum beat and backing guitar riff underscore the main body of the track, creating an illusion of consistency that verges on complacency, before suddenly climbing to an exuberant crescendo with the help of Norris’ emotive vocals. Stirred by the flamboyance of the two-minute guitar solo, emotion is propelled to the surface, rising in cathartic defiance. 

The musical project of Mary Norris and Noelle Taylor, Salti Ray is an act to look out for. Having released their debut EP “The Right Thing” last September, the duo has risen to prominence within the South-eastern music scene, which earned them a nomination for the Best Live Act at the Upstate Music Awards. With their follow up single, “Luxury”, Salti Ray are looking beyond their beach-pop beginnings and towards new modes of expression that capture their reality.