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Dutch-American artist Doris datwaY is set to captivate listeners with the release of his evocative new single, ‘Romance and Flowers‘, which dropped on the 30th of June, 2025. This standalone track, steeped in the dreamy hues of pop-lounge, weaves a tender narrative of love’s fleeting highs and lingering heartache, drawing from a whirlwind romance that left an indelible mark on the artist.
Inspired by a passionate love affair that bloomed across Switzerland and Italy, Romance and Flowers captures the bittersweet essence of a relationship that ended abruptly in Verona. It’s been a year since the breakup, but Doris datwaY channels the raw emotion of that experience into a song that feels like a cherished memory, a dream of love that lingers like a soft summer breeze. The track’s sound, which Doris describes as a blend of folk, jazz, indie, and Latin influences, fits seamlessly into his signature pop-lounge style, often likened to bedroom-pop or French-ish charm by fans and critics alike.
Recorded in the picturesque city of Arnhem, Netherlands, Romance and Flowers showcases the soulful guitar work of collaborator Vitor Lince, whose artistry shines through in every note. Lince, featured on Manul Records’ YouTube channel, brings a refined yet expressive touch to the track, complementing Doris’ vision of a sound that feels both nostalgic and timeless.
Doris datwaY, raised in the Netherlands with Italian and American roots, has always found solace in music. Influenced by icons like Chet Baker, Julio Iglesias, Frank Sinatra, Joao Gilberto, and Miles Davis, he crafts songs that wrap old-soul charm in a modern, vibrant jacket. His music is an extension of his heart, shaped by many heartbreaks and a need to process life’s complexities through melody. “I’ve always been singing”, he shares, noting that music is less a career and more a natural expression of his inner world.
Influences
Chet Baker, Julio Iglesias
Socials
Instagram
Spotify
Apple Music
