Nick Liberatore isn’t some kid with a laptop. He’s a drummer who’s paid his dues on the road, touring with The Goddamn Comedy Jam and Tom Waits War Songs. Now he’s stepping out front with “Parallel“, his debut solo single, and it’s clear he’s got more than just rhythm on his mind. This track comes from his upcoming album Blue Light At Night, and if this is the opening shot, the full record is gonna be something to sit with.
The song was recorded, engineered, and co-produced by Fernando Perdomo at Forward Motion Studios. Perdomo is a multi-instrumentalist, and he doesn’t just sit behind the board. He plays on the track too. Michelle McGregor also guests, adding her touch. Zach Ziskin mastered it, and you can hear the care in the mix. It’s got that rare balance: warm analogue feel, but modern clarity. Just a rich, breathing sound.
Liberatore wrote the lyrics, and he’s known for poetry and melody. That shows here. The song doesn’t beat you over the head. It pulls you in. It’s reflective and atmospheric, the kind of track that makes you want to close your eyes and let it wash over you. But it’s not soft. There’s a backbone to it. The drumming, obviously, is tight. He’s a drummer first, so the groove is locked. The guitars and keys build a mood that feels like late-night driving or staring out a window while the world goes by.
This is the lead single from Blue Light At Night, and it sets a tone. It’s not a party anthem. It’s not a TikTok snippet. It’s a song. A real one. It takes its time. It builds. It rewards repeat listens. Liberatore has spent years backing other people up. Now he’s the one in the spotlight, and he doesn’t flinch. The guy can write. The guy can play. And with Perdomo and McGregor helping out, he’s got a crew that knows how to serve the song.
“Parallel” is out now on all major streaming platforms. If you like rock that’s thoughtful without being boring, atmospheric without being sleepy, this one’s for you. Nick Liberatore is just getting started, and this is a hell of a first step. Turn it up. Let it sink in. This is the kind of debut that makes you want to hear what comes next.