EXCLUSIVE: Michelle Calder Offers a Moment of Stillness in Her Upcoming Single ‘Breathe’

Michelle Calder is preparing to release her newest single Breathe, a gently haunting track that captures a profoundly introspective moment by the sea. Set to arrive soon, Breathe is the second single from her anticipated debut LP Wildling, due out in autumn 2025, and continues to shape Calder’s sonic identity with delicate storytelling and atmospheric soundscapes.

At its heart, Breathe reflects a solitary experience that took place during a quiet moment on the coastline. This deeply personal memory becomes a shared emotional space through Calder’s use of layered acoustic tones and gentle lyrical phrasing. There is a natural stillness to the track that invites the listener not just to hear, but to feel.

One of the most distinctive aspects of Breathe is its use of real-world sounds. Ocean waves recorded by Calder herself during a coastal hike ebb and flow throughout the song, adding a grounding and immersive layer. In the background, the distant sounds of her own breathing mimic the rhythm of crashing waves, blurring the line between the natural world and emotional introspection.

With Breathe, Calder continues to explore themes of vulnerability and connection to nature. If this single is any indication, Wildling promises to be a debut album filled with honesty, sensory detail and emotional depth.

As the release draws near, Breathe offers a quiet yet powerful invitation into Michelle Calder’s world, where the boundaries between environment and emotion dissolve into one meditative moment.