Silence can be louder than noise when it carries memory, doubt, and truth all at once. “Voices,” the latest release from Saynt Ego, does not rush to fill that silence. Instead, it listens to it, shapes it, and turns it into something deeply human. This song feels less like a performance and more like a private moment accidentally shared, where emotion leads, and sound follows.
Saynt Ego is the cinematic electronic project of producer and filmmaker Will Retherford, a creative whose career has long existed behind the scenes. As the founder of Citizens of Sound, Retherford has spent years crafting sonic environments for film, podcasts, and large-scale media projects. That background is not hidden in “Voices,” it is embedded in every texture, every pause, and every emotional swell. The track carries the weight of someone who understands how sound can guide feeling without explaining it.
“Voices” explores the internal conversations that shape identity, belief, and self-perception. Rather than framing these voices as enemies or distractions, Saynt Ego presents them as unavoidable companions, sometimes comforting, sometimes unsettling. The song leans into introspection, touching on themes of mental noise, vulnerability, and the quiet struggle to find clarity in a world that constantly speaks over itself. It is not about resolution; it is about acknowledgment.
The track lives in a cinematic electronic space, built on atmosphere rather than excess. Ambient layers breathe slowly, creating a sense of emotional suspension. The production is intentional and restrained, allowing space for the listener to feel rather than be told what to feel. Melancholic tones and subtle rhythmic movements mirror the ebb and flow of internal thought, reinforcing the song’s emotional core.
Retherford’s extensive background in sound design is evident in the precision of “Voices.” Every element feels placed with purpose, not for complexity’s sake, but for emotional impact. His experience working on projects connected to voices like Jewel, Brené Brown, Matthew McConaughey, and acclaimed media platforms has sharpened his instinct for storytelling through sound. With Saynt Ego, that expertise shifts inward, becoming personal rather than supportive.
What distinguishes Saynt Ego is the fusion of music and cinematic intent. “Voices” does not aim for traditional song structure alone; it unfolds like a scene. The listener is not just hearing the track; they are entering its emotional environment. This approach aligns seamlessly with Retherford’s upcoming debut short film, “Penny, A Portrait in Motion,” where music and visuals are designed to exist as one narrative language.
Beyond the studio, Saynt Ego is emerging as a meaningful presence in Tulsa’s electronic music scene, while also gaining international traction, particularly in South America. His work, being fully licensed for sync through Musicbe, further reflects its cinematic adaptability and emotional universality. “Voices” stands as an enduring statement of artistic identity. It captures the moment an artist steps forward after years of shaping others’ stories, finally giving sound to his own inner world. Saynt Ego does not shout to be hea;d, he creates space so listeners can hear themselves.