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A-Zal's "Lonely Town" Receives Nomination at Montreal Film Festival
- Tamara Jenna
- Oct 26, 2023
- 2 min read
From New York Subways to Hollywood Soundtracks, "Lonely Town" Charts A-Zal's Meteoric Rise and Now, a Coveted Film Festival Nod
Who is A-Zal? If you haven't heard his name yet, it's high time you tune in. Recently nominated at the Montreal International Film Festival, his single "Lonely Town" is more than just a song; it's a map of his life, charting a journey from New York's subways to Hollywood's studios. But why has this relatively new artist captured international attention?
A-Zal is the epitome of the underdog spirit. He started out as a subway musician in New York, and today, he's rubbing shoulders with the likes of Taylor Swift and Dua Lipa on U.S. radio charts. The question begging to be asked is: What makes "Lonely Town" a narrative worthy of a film festival nomination?
In "Lonely Town," A-Zal accomplishes something great—he turns New York City into a living, breathing character. That sounds perfect for film right? NYC is used to serve as A-Zal's companion on his journey - One that observes his highs and his lows.
What's so unique about another story of struggle in the Big Apple? you may ask. The answer to this question lies in A-Zal's raw truth - "Despite the glamour, I felt a sense of loneliness while walking its bustling streets with nothing to my name". It here within his honesty, that we find ourselves the game-changer. This is what turns "Lonely Town" from a song into a resonant human experience that nearly all of us can relate to somewhere along our journey. How often do we hear of the loneliness that comes with chasing a dream, especially in a city that never sleeps? I suppose this is another discussion.
A-Zal's creative control is exciting, he's not only the voice behind the song, but he's also the vision behind the music video. His self-directed video further solidifies the story being told here making the Montreal Film Festival nomination not just fitting, but deeply deserved.
So, what's next for A-Zal? Is "Lonely Town" the launchpad for a career that promises to soar even higher? While the future is yet to be written, one thing that remains clear is that A-Zal is en route to living the American Dream.
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