Sombr’s new single “12 to 12” arrives with a vibrant burst: an indie-rock groove enlivened by marimba rhythms, shimmering guitars, and a hook that sticks from first listen.

In terms of background, Sombr—born Shane Michael Boose and raised on New York’s Lower East Side—emerged early as a deeply emotional, self‑taught songwriter. After dropping out of LaGuardia High School to focus on music, he released “Caroline” independently, capturing attention with raw vulnerability and lyrical honesty. Over the next few years, he honed a signature indie-pop sound, featuring nostalgic guitars and emotionally direct lyrics inspired by personal experiences and romantic films like The Notebook and Call Me By Your Name.

His career has moved swiftly from intimate beginnings to international stages. With bursts of viral momentum on social media platforms, he landed on major late‑night shows and booked his first global tour across North America, Europe, Australia, and New Zealand. Now, 12 to 12 adds a more kinetic edge to his catalogue, showing both his willingness to evolve musically and his knack for blending deeply personal songwriting with compelling, upbeat production.

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