SINGLE REVIEW: The Haptics - Ghost

There’s an unsettling, almost spectral energy to ‘Ghost’. The instrumentation shuffles forward with a restrained tension, never fully erupting, but always hinting at something lurking beneath the surface. The verses are sparse yet effective, built around chiming guitars and raw, gritty vocals that carry a weight of their own.

Then the chorus hits, and the mood shifts. The instrumentation becomes more vibrant, the guitars take on a janglier quality, and the melody opens up into something more anthemic. It’s a release of sorts, but not a resolution—the darkness never fully lifts, keeping the song rooted in its haunting atmosphere. There’s a 90s indie influence running through it, but it never feels derivative. Instead, it balances nostalgia with a fresh take, capturing that perfect middle ground between polished production and a DIY ethos.

Lyrically, ‘Ghost’ is a song about love lost but never quite forgotten. It’s not about a clean break—it’s about the way certain memories cling to you, refusing to fade, no matter how much time passes. That emotional weight is reflected in every part of the track, from the instrumentation to the vocal delivery. It’s powerful, but not in an overblown way—it’s the kind of song that sneaks up on you, leaving you with more to think about than you expected.