“AMERICAN VELOCITY” By Marc Saucy

In this era of AI and automated music creation, it is refreshing to see real human effort put into music, such as in Soucy's latest release, “American Velocity.” The electrifying single is available on YouTube, Apple Music, Spotify, and Amazon Music, and it was released on May 2nd, 2025. “American velocity” is the 12th addition to the ongoing STIR and showcases Soucy’s talent in composing, performing, producing, and mixing as he builds yet another entirely AI-free project. His organic approach guarantees that this single goes beyond music; it makes a statement regarding the 'hands-off' approach artists adopt in the era of technology.

"American Velocity" takes us on a journey of adventure while meticulously exploring the beauty of innovation. The piece begins quite boldly with classical-corporate America that draws inspiration from Debussy, Ravel, Stravinsky, and Copland. Soucy’s command of textures tells us within the first minutes of the song that something incredibly complex was fashioned by ear; a written reference guide would’ve rendered this effort futile. Next, the song moves into a more pensive tangential episode interlaced with blue gems inspired by Irish folk motifs.

The tale accompanying “American Velocity” further enhances the depth of listening to the piece. In his STIR series, Soucy explains that this composition stands between “Montana” and “The Paradigm’s Shift”, thematically honoring the American innovation spirit evoked with the space program, medicine, and technology. Yet, beneath the higher energy pulses of hope, there is a subtle melancholy, an appeal to a recognition that the bold, forward momentum the country once embraced feels, as Soucy puts it, “lost track of.” It's this bittersweet blend of emotions that serves as the undercurrent in “American Velocity” and gives the piece its emotional heft. The listeners are invited not only to celebrate, but to reflect.

The single recording was done in Soucy's production studio in Boston, placing him in the center of boundary-pushing creativity. What truly makes “American Velocity” stand out is Soucy’s mastery of modern recording techniques, employing MIDI-triggered instrumentation, synthesizers, and elaborate virtual drum patterns. With a deep regard for the technical side of music-making, Soucy managed to seamlessly incorporate the MIDI-triggered instruments, synthesizers, and virtual drums into his performance, serving the emotion and blending European classical tradition with American folk, pop, and theater. The result is a blend that feels timeless and exceptionally urgent.

We’ve been waiting for this moment! Marc Soucy has once more delivered an original song that is wonderfully inspiring and meticulously crafted. In this age of music being churned out with AI-driven shortcuts and various automation processes, Soucy is still a true visionary, crafting pieces that feel incredibly authentic, honest, and human. His STIR series shows us how independent music continually pushes boundaries, and “American Velocity” may just be one of the finest examples of his work to date.

Whether you appreciate Classical music and Americana or you are simply an admirer of powerful and heartfelt artistry, “American Velocity” is an undeniable must listen. Currently available on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Music, and Amazon Music, it's a gem waiting to be discovered by anyone who loves new, authentic sounds. Marc Soucy's journey serves as a powerful reminder that the industry still needs passion and craftsmanship, and with releases like this, the future of music is shaping up to be incredibly promising.