Robert O’Connor Releases Pre-Christmas Single «Trick of the Night»

On 29 November, Robert O’Connor released his haunting new single, «Trick of the Night», originally by Bananarama.

Introducing «Trick of the Night»

On November 29, Robert O’Connor gifted fans with his latest single, «Trick of the Night». Originally a hit by Bananarama in 1986, O’Connor’s rendition transforms the song into a haunting mid-tempo ballad, diverging from his recent energetic tracks. This release comes after a successful year where he dropped a series of uptempo bangers, including «Mysterious Times», «Everything You Wanted», and «Something Strange». Collectively, these tracks have racked up over 100,000 streams on Spotify.

A Unique Touch to the Holidays

«Trick of the Night»not only showcases O’Connor’s vocal prowess but also gives a festive twist, enhanced by the captivating production of Gareth Shortland. In creating this pre-Christmas offering, O’Connor sought to add the right amount of bells, ensuring it carries an appropriate holiday spirit. The atmospheric quality of the song has also garnered acclaim; Parkett praised it as «a masterclass in dream-pop», highlighting its emotional depth and meticulous craftsmanship.

Emotional Resonance and a Cautionary Tale

Beyond its festive appeal, «Trick of the Night» conveys a meaningful message. The song serves as a caution to a friend who ventured into the big city, confronting the challenges that come with ambition. O’Connor noted how the song lingered in his mind after witnessing Bananarama perform live, inspiring him to breathe new life into it. With support from his loyal LGBTQ audience, who he regards as trendsetters, this release is yet another step in O’Connor’s promising musical journey.

«Trick of the Night» has been added to our Jungel Telegrafen playlist and LGBTQ Music Chart – Christmas Playlist.

Jungel Telegrafen are found on Spotify as well!

LGBTQ Music Chart – Christmas playlist are found on Spotify as well!