
The Locket
Playlist based on moments from my book The Locket and its 3 additional books. The Memories, The vow, and the Legacy.
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19 songs
2:49

Already Gone
v4.5
Slow-burning piano and acoustic ballad, emotional and intimate, Think soft verses with gentle chords, gradually building to a powerful, heart-wrenching chorus, Perfect for a rainy scene, empty stadium, or driving at night, Chorus full of emotions and wide vocal ranges, drums and guitar, bass, ⸻
🎤 Vocal Style (Male Singer):
• Tone: Warm, deep, emotionally raw
• Delivery: Controlled, with cracks in the voice during the chorus to show restraint breaking, emotional, wide vocal range, Studio quality sound, alternative rock, rock
3:53

indie rock, rock elements, raspy, ballad, husky, rough male voice, comforting, emo rock, infectious rhythm, wide vocal range, drums, piano, violin, powerful, rock elements, crescendos, alternative metal, lead guitar, powerful drop
4:16

You Came Home
v4.5
indie rock, rock elements, deep man voice, raspy, balad, husky, rough male voice, upbeat drums, comforting, emo rock, infectious rhythm, country, wide vocal range, drums, piano, violin, ballad, powerful, baritone voice, which is often described as having a rich, resonant quality, a gravelly tone, and a touch of twang
3:24

Still a Reason
v4.5
indie rock, rock elements, raspy, husky, male voice, upbeat drums, comforting, emo rock, infectious rhythm, wide vocal range, drums, piano, violin, ballad, powerful
3:38

Always You
v4.5
female vocals with ethereal, dramatic, and haunting, powerful, pop rock, acoustic, piano, male backup vocals, long intro, powerful chorus
3:29

pop-punk, alternative rock, and pop rock, alternative rock and emo style, powerful male vocals, vocal riffs, studio quality sound, rock band, deep basslines, piano opening, powerful chorus
3:34

pop-punk, alternative rock, and pop rock, alternative rock and emo style, powerful female vocals ethereal, dramatic, and haunting, gothic doom, vocal riffs, studio quality sound, rock band, deep basslines, male back up vocals, piano opening
3:54

Through the Ice
v4.5
pop-punk, alternative rock, and pop rock, alternative rock and emo style, powerful female vocals, gothic doom, vocal riffs, studio quality sound, rock band, deep basslines, male back up vocals, piano opening
3:19

Still Here
v4.5
pop-punk, alternative rock, and pop rock, alternative rock and emo style, powerful female vocals, gothic doom, vocal riffs, studio quality sound, rock band, deep basslines, male back up vocals
3:38

guitar/bass opening intro
Vibe: Raw, guitar-driven, emotional
Instruments: Distorted electric guitar, bass, live drums, maybe a piano layer in the bridge, Delivery: Angsty, almost shouting the chorus; voice cracks with emotion; gritty, Vocal Aspect Description
Tone Warm, raw, a bit rough around the edges
Range Baritone/low tenor, cracks or lifts on chorus
Power Emotional over technical, not showy
Emotion Honest, intense, sometimes angry or pleading
Delivery Unfiltered, even when breaking or shouting
studio quality sound
3:43

The Vow
v4.5
Voacls: FEMALE ONLY
Verses: Light, expressive, playful but still powerful, Chorus: Full, soaring, and joyful—smile in the voice!
Bridge: Soaring, hopeful, maybe even a little celebratory, Final Chorus: Harmonies, energetic ad-libs, big finish, Genre: Uplifting alternative rock/alt-pop
Instrumentation: Bright electric guitars, driving drums, synth or piano accents, energetic bass, and strong harmonies, Mood: Empowered, bright, maybe a little nostalgic, but ultimately victorious, Tempo: Upbeat mid-tempo, with a punchy chorus, Studio quality soun
3:48

female vocals powerful soaring mezzo soprano rang that is ethereal dramatic, emo, punk, indie rock, studio sound quality, melancholic mood, emo rock, progressive metalcore, piano, violin, guitar, bass, drums, 8 second piano opening before vocals
4:18

Eighteen
v4.5
singing starts 12 in after Guitar solo opening, Bold
Rebellious
Emotional
Fierce
Confessional
Rhythmic
Honest
Vibrant
Restless
Anthemic
Cathartic
Edgy
Melodic, Raw
female vocals with a Powerful and expressive with a haunting clarity—smooth and ethereal in the lower registers, but capable of erupting into raw, belted highs full of grit and passion, indie rock, falsetto vocals, rock, alternative/indie rock, heartfelt ballad, baseline, polished production, catchy hook, piano chords, double kick, intense drums, emo-punk, hardcore
3:24

Vocal Tone Guide Male Vocals Only
raw, gritty, and vulnerable—use a chesty rasp, soft but simmering with tension, emotional fragility, urgency and power, stretching phrases with increasing volume, For the chorus, go full-throated: belt with grit, add dramatic vibrato, and soar on high notes with range and clarity, quiet, then explodes to a powerful, emotional peak, Final chorus: maximum power, layered harmonies, and let the voice break or wail for effect, Move from quiet confession to cathartic, stadium-filling anthem, always keeping pain and hope alive in every line, Climbing”), Alternative rock with emo influences—moody verses, big guitars, driving drums, and a soaring, anthemic chorus, Cinematic, intense, and emotional, rock, punk, drums, guitars, bass, studio quality sound, dynamic builds, layered guitars, powerful choruses, emotional rock, bass guitar, melodramatic
2:43

Style: Alt-pop with a rebellious indie-rock edge, The song is bold, emotional, and electric—made for stomping boots and messy eyeliner, Think punchy verses and a soaring, defiant chorus, Vocals: Female vocals that balance attitude with depth—sharp, expressive, and unapologetic, Verses are fast and rhythmic with a smirk; choruses are belted with conviction, Her voice cracks in all the right places, showing both fire and heart, Instruments: Distorted electric guitar, gritty bass, layered synths, and driving drums, Add subtle piano or strings in the bridge for emotional contrast, The production builds toward an explosive final chorus, like a spark igniting into a blaze, Perfect for a scene where the best friend steps into the spotlight—not soft, not background, but loud, loyal, and unforgettable, emo-rap
3:31

Male vocals: Vocals: Gritty, soulful, a blend of rock and country—sometimes with a hint of rap cadence in phrasing, Style: aimed for an emotional, alt-rock vibe with hope and conviction, but plenty of grit and vulnerability
Instruments: Electric rhythm guitar with crunchy, melodic chords, Lead guitar with emotional, reverb-heavy riffs during verses and a soaring, melodic solo or counter-melody in the bridge, Warm, supportive electric bass—driving but not overpowering, locking in with the drums to provide a sense of steady foundation and forward movement, Dynamic drum kit—punchy snares and toms, emotional build in the pre-chorus/chorus, Use cymbal swells for crescendos; more restrained in the verses, powerful in the chorus, Keys/Synths: Subtle atmospheric synths or piano—adds emotional depth and warmth, particularly in intros, bridges, or softer chorus moments, Not overpowering, but there to elevate the emotion, studio quality sound
3:38

Duet
Female vocals should have a warm, emotive alto voice, able to carry raw grief and quiet strength with soulful depth, clarity, and a touch of vulnerability, Sing female parts only, Male vocals should have a rich, expressive baritone—soulful, introspective, with the grit to carry heartbreak and the tenderness to carry hope, Sing male parts only, The music style blends acoustic pop ballad with cinematic orchestration—think gentle piano, acoustic guitar, subtle strings, and ambient pads, Emotional like a Broadway finale meets rock, it builds from quiet intimacy to soaring harmonies, echoing love, loss, and legacy, heartfelt, bass, ethereal, powerful
3:36

The Locket
v4.5
rock, alternative, storyteller, indie rock, female vocals rock, anthem rock, male rock vocals, drums, bass, rhythm guitar, studio recording, orchestral rock


