Ok, so an unapologetic love song can go several ways once you hit play, not all of them especially pleasant.  We all have our own definition of what those not-so-great qualities might be but I tend to steer away from the really sappy side of things.   I had reviewed the prior release from this band (“Stick Up”) back in June and liked it a lot.  This new single is definitely in a different vein but does not go off the rails for me.  Instead it is a positive & breezy track with some cool guitar moments and a catchy hook.   Hopefully they are playing this at some of their shows as I bet it makes for a good gig moment.  

Note that this track is the third one released from what I understand was a five song session with producer George Perks (You Me at Six, Enter Shikari).   I will be interested to hear what comes out next! 

Check it out on your favorite streaming channel (link below) – and let me know your thoughts about it – music makes for good conversation 🙂 

https://onerpm.link/StayAllNight

And if you have the inclination …think about purchasing it if you can as steaming music does not pay well even times a thousand. 

Remember your community people and places – we all need each other 🙂 

After getting a release note from Earshot Media on this one I had to check it out.  It mentioned that this band is powered by some notable names from the alternative / indie rock sector including Chris Cote (Kut U Up), Frank Dixon (Nancy, Sister Juanita), Brandon Parkhurst (Kut U Up, Yovee) and some helper vocals from George Perks (Mogwai, Doves).  All have put out some music in the past that I thought was pretty darn good.   

No disappointment on my expectations when I hit “play” as you get a powerful drum knock-around right away that is soon followed by a groovy and strong bass line.  Once the guitar fills out the sound everyone is in fine form by the half-minute mark.  They take the time to develop a nice foundation and then the vocals punch in at 1:03.  The vibe flips to a bit of a sing-a-long groove for a bit before powering back on and the vocals trade off nicely between Cote and Parkhurst.  I thought five minutes might be a little long when I started listening but it keeps your attention all the way through.  

Cool side note that this was produced and mixed by Perks at Tom DeLonge’s home studio 🙂 

Steaming in all your usual places – quick link here:

https://onerpm.link/StickUp

If you go out and give “Stick Up” a listen…think about purchasing it if you can as steaming music does not pay well even times a thousand. 

And support your locals – community is powerful!