“Strangers”: Eventstellar’s eighth single, marks both a goodbye and a reflection on the band’s evolution. Released on April 11, 2017, through Madelos Music International, the single represents a turning point in the band’s history. Recorded between October and December 2017, this release reflects the departure of former members and their shift from the collective’s original lineup. While those members helped launch the project, the song speaks to the inevitable growth and change that comes with any creative journey.
Produced by Matt Dublin, with mixing and mastering by Michael Nikou at Mic Nix Studios, the track encapsulates the bittersweet emotions of letting go. A soft rock piece, “Strangers” is both a tribute and a farewell, capturing the distance that grows between people, even those who once shared a dream.
The song’s lyrics are an emotional recounting of the band’s disintegration. “We used to be inseparable,” it begins, echoing the early days of collaboration, when the future felt bright and hopeful. But as the song progresses, the tone shifts, acknowledging the loss of connection and the painful realization that the band members are now strangers to each other.
In a mix of nostalgia and acceptance, the song also finds a sense of closure. “Memories are gone of the friendship we had,” the lyrics reflect, without bitterness, but rather with a quiet resignation. Despite the personal distance, the song doesn’t dwell on regret, but rather emphasizes the inevitability of change and the need to move forward.
The single also includes “Not For You,” a track that expresses a much more personal story of betrayal, and “The Last Song of Veronica Sanjurjo,” a farewell to a former lover. Both of these tracks reflect the raw emotional turmoil of relationships—whether romantic or personal—offering listeners a glimpse into Jesse Rómlárson’s personal life, wrapped in poetic and somewhat cryptic lyrics.
Ultimately, “Strangers” stands as a tribute to the past while embracing the future. The release captures the spirit of change and growth that defines Eventstellar’s journey, both in music and in life.