Sunday, 27 February 2022 21:03

Samsung's new version of the "Over the Horizon" ringtone illustrates optimism in the face of the changing world we live in

Written by Evelyn Alas

For more than a decade, Samsung's "Over the Horizon" ringtone has inspired users and musicians to add their personal touch to the classic melody.

With each new release of the Galaxy S series, contemporary artists have the opportunity to mix music to reflect the mood of an ever-changing world.

For the Galaxy S22 launch, Samsung went even further. For the first time, the song is released alongside an animated movie, combining the artistic expression of a world-renowned musician and a visual artist to capture today's feelings.

The latest version, with the theme "New World," brings to life a post-pandemic world reinvented through jazztronica music and warm illustrations.

The tune's creator, Los Angeles-based Kiefer Shackleford, is a pianist and product known for his hip-hop tunes and electronic jazz sound.

"Over the Horizon was a genuinely enjoyable experience for me," said Shackleford”, a great roster of musicians were part of the Samsung Galaxy exclusive ringtone, which gave me the impression that Samsung is looking for solid music, not just any other ringtone. It has a five to ten second opportunity to bring a spark to everyone's day, and I hope this hopeful, optimistic and nostalgic tune accomplishes this".

Bringing Kiefer's music to the screen are illustrations by fellow Grammy-nominated artist and producer Phil Beaudreau. Beaudreau's drawing takes us into a familiar world that has recovered from the pandemic. His warm, cropped characters make us nostalgic for a time when we were free to interact and smile freely, as people played basketball, ran around the park, and connected without fear.

All of this plays out in front of an animated Shackleford and his piano, with its jazzy chords seeming to bring the whole scene to life.

The 2022 version of "Over the Horizon"; imagines a world where we emerge from the pandemic years better than we were, remembering what we've learned, seeking connection and ready to rebuild. Together, the new Galaxy S22 devices and this version of the tone build a powerful message. While the Galaxy S22 gives you the power and freedom to shape your world, the new "Over the Horizon" pushes us to make that world the best one yet.