Lucy Fitzgerald 
Matt DeAngelis’ new single “For Better” is a refreshing and deeply resonant anthem that shines with sincerity and soul. Released on April 25, 2025, it marks a thoughtful pivot from his previous “Rock and a Hard Place (Stripped)” toward something more expansive, both sonically and thematically.
“What we lose in the noise, we gain in silence,” the opening guitar and snare snap seems to whisper—and from that moment, the song crafts its steady heartbeat. Critics have praised its lush, layered guitars, vocals that weave into near–choir harmonies, and a chorus with gospel-like uplift that never feels forced. This multi-instrumental arrangement supports, rather than overshadows, DeAngelis’s heartfelt voice—a tenor rich with vulnerability and clarity.
Lyrically, “For Better” is a wake‑up call to modern living—it urges listeners to unplug, reconnect, and reexamine life beyond screens. Lines like “Simplify your life, just be satisfied” drive home its call for presence and reflection. Reviewers have noted this soft‑rock composition carries “deep verses and soaring melodic choruses,” while ground‑level enough to spark real conversation.
What stands out most is the song’s balance, meticulous production with organic warmth, emotionally charged without tipping into melodrama. As someone who believes music must both comfort and challenge, I found “For Better” to be exactly that, a compelling blend of introspection and hope.
In my view, this release feels timely. It offers not just a melody, but a message: reclaim our humanity in a world speeding ahead. Matt DeAngelis doesn’t just sing—he invites us to slow down alongside him, breathing deeply before we build again.
Listening to songs so you don’t have to! Just kidding :D, you totally should. Music blogger by day, nurse by night
