While his career has certainly been expansive – a creative who’s performed across Europe, appeared on Broadway,. and worked all over New York City as a singer, composer, actor, producer, director, and screenwriter – Michael V. Doane has always been a singer and musician at his core. But after he stepped away from his position as Artistic Director of the Flatiron Theatre Company and contributing voiceover work to feature films, that creative mindset constantly pulled at him. Now he returns to his music, creating works that reflect the duality of his life, as an artist and as a parent.
Michael V. Doane’s new single, ‘I Know’, is deeply personal, and was inspired by his experience as an older father of twins. The experience brought with it the awareness that time is never guaranteed, and that every moment he creates needs to live in the hearts of his children, beyond him.
‘I Know’ blends cinematic pop with heartfelt storytelling, building on bright piano melodies, soaring harmonies, and dynamic guitar. The end result is an anthem of unconditional love and ever-presence, filled with deep intimacy.
The music video for ‘I Know’, directed by Doane, is a reflection of his theatre background. It unfolds like a stage show, but brought to life on screen, from the very first note of the piano. Viewers are immediately taken into a performance that is stripped back and emotive, that gradually expands into a more boundless piece.
Mirroring the message of the song, the video moves from the intimacy to a sweeping openness, symbolic of the depth and reach of a parent’s love. With each scene, he emphasises the truth at the core of the track, that this is not just any song, but rather a lasting legacy.
Watch the powerful music video for ‘I Know’ below, and find out more about Michael V. Doane and his music online on his official website, YouTube, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok.
