Los Angeles-based folk-pop duo JOHNNYSWIM has once again captured the depths of human emotion with their latest track, ‘Slow Medicine’, a standout from their newly released fifth album, When The War Is Over. Released on 7 February under their independent label, MR AND MRS SWIM LLC, the album is a deeply personal reflection on love, resilience, and healing, none more so than ‘Slow Medicine,’ a song that embraces the slow, often painful process of self-discovery.
Opening with Amanda Sudano Ramirez’s delicate yet powerful vocals over a sparse piano arrangement, the song gradually unfolds into a hauntingly evocative composition. More than just a ballad, ‘Slow Medicine’ is a poignant meditation on the idea that true healing isn’t found in fleeting distractions but in deep, meaningful relationships.
Produced by Abner Ramirez and mixed by Raul Lopez, the track encapsulates JOHNNYSWIM’s signature ability to blend raw vulnerability with musical precision. The duo recorded When The War Is Over in a live setting, embracing an organic sound that allows every lyric and note to breathe, making the listener feel as though they are sitting in the same room, experiencing the music in its purest form.
Their authentic storytelling has garnered praise from major platforms like Rolling Stone, NPR, and BBC Radio London, cementing their status as one of the most compelling acts in contemporary folk-pop. The album’s release has been accompanied by a series of high-profile appearances, including their recent appearance on Jimmy Kimmel Live!, where they performed ‘Dopamine,’ a collaboration with rapper Tobe Nwigwe.
With over 575 million global streams, JOHNNYSWIM continues to leave an indelible mark on the music world. Fans eager to experience their spellbinding performances firsthand can catch them on tour, with stops at London’s Scala on 20 May and Amsterdam’s Tolhuistuin on 21 May. As ‘Slow Medicine’ finds its way into the hearts of listeners, JOHNNYSWIM hopes their music serves as a balm for the soul, reminding fans that healing is a journey best undertaken together.
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