The Kerosene Hours' 'Roomless, but Getting Better': A Reflective and Instrumental Exploration

“The Kerosene Hours” by LA-based creative Aaron Silverstein offers a reflective instrumental journey in its final track, “Roomless, but Getting Better.” This single serves as the conclusion to his instrumental album and encapsulates the essence of making do with the imperfect, even in the realm of sleeping spaces.

The composition unfolds gradually, beginning with a synth that paints a canvas of lovely chords. Guitar layers are introduced, infusing rhythmic elements, and the music continues to evolve. After a while, piano sounds usher in more melodic ideas, each layer slowly building in texture and depth. Strings make an appearance, adding a rich dimension to the music, before a laid-back downtempo drum part brings in a chilled-out groove.

“The Kerosene Hours” is not just a name; it’s a concept that represents the strange pocket of time between midnight and 4 a.m. This period exists on the border between real life and someone else’s dream. It’s a time when the world takes on surreal hues of neon red, lonely blue, or eerie green, a time when anything is possible. Aaron Silverstein’s “The Kerosene Hours” project captures the essence of this enigmatic timeframe through his music.

Silverstein’s debut album, “Fantasy Ultra,” released in March 2022, delves into the complexities of suburban life and the darkest fantasies we keep hidden from the outside world. It’s a meditation on questions of identity and self-discovery. Following this, “Plagues of the Cinematic,” an EP featuring unreleased tracks written around the time of the album, was released in November 2022.

While not crafting music, Aaron Silverstein works as a WGA writer in the sunlight hours. He also lends his creative talents to well-known brands as a freelance Art Director. His extensive experience includes collaborations with brands such as Universal Entertainment, Microsoft, Red Bull, and Boxed Water. Notably, his music was featured in “Behind the Try: A Try Guys Documentary,” chronicling the lives of the group after their departure from Buzzfeed.