Archie Tulk brings a great deal of emotion to his latest single, “I Want To”, an orchestral ballad about missing the people you love and wishing you could be there for them when they need you. The Eora/Sydney-based artist and composer takes a personal subject and gives it a rich musical setting, combining intimate songwriting with sweeping arrangements that gradually grow in intensity. Tulk’s deep baritone vocals are one of the first things that catch the attention. His delivery has a lovely depth, bringing warmth and sincerity to every line. Around his voice, a beautiful collection of instruments begins to take shape. Sweeping strings, shimmering keys, and delicate flutes create a dreamlike atmosphere, while the children’s choir adds a special touch that makes the arrangement even more memorable.
The song moves between quieter moments and much bigger orchestral passages, allowing the emotion to build naturally. As it progresses, the instrumentation becomes increasingly grand, leading to a powerful closing section where Tulk’s soaring vocals meet the children’s choir in a wonderful instrumental swell. It is a beautifully handled moment that gives the track a real sense of scale. Tulk’s musical background also offers an interesting side. His experience in contemporary composition includes commissions and performances by organizations such as Dutch National Opera & Ballet, Residentie Orkest, Sydney Children’s Choir, and Luminescence Chamber Singers. That experience shows in the careful arrangements and the way he brings different musical influences together, drawing on art-pop, jazz, and orchestral music.
I particularly enjoyed the contrast between Tulk’s deep vocals and the children’s choir’s lighter sound. The final orchestral build is another personal highlight, giving the song a moving finish that stays with you after listening. “I Want To” is the final preview of Tulk’s debut album, “Human Noise”, due November 27. His previous single, “White Bee”, also received attention through Triple J Unearthed rotation and airplay on several Australian radio stations. With this latest release, he gives listeners another good reason to follow his work. Check out Archie Tulk on social media to keep up with his music and upcoming projects. Give “I Want To” a listen, add it to your playlist, and keep an eye out for “Human Noise”. This is an artist worth spending some time with.
