A lot of new music is released over the course of any given
week. This one was no different as we saw a wealth of new songs and music videos
hit the internet this week, especially when it came to rock and pop.
With the weekend here, now is the perfect time to take a
look back at some of the musical highlights of the week that was. Vinyl Bay777, Long Island’s music outlet, has once again scoured the internet for some
of the hottest new tracks of the last seven days. Here are eight (and a few
more) of our favorites that we think are worth a second listen.
1.
Waxahatchee, “Lilacs”: The mix of alt-country
twang and folk-y indie-pop on “Lilacs” is bright and upbeat. It’s easy-going
melody makes for a pleasant listen while the steady metronome-like beat is easy
to follow. (video)
2.
The
1975, “The Birthday Party”: “The Birthday Party” is an ethereal track that
contrasts the 80s feel of much of what The 1975 has been putting out lately. A more
deconstructed kind of song (it lacks a chorus), the melody’s relaxing qualities
mask the rather stressed lyrics about what Matty Healy has
called “the interesting social minutiae of house parties.” The video
portrays the relaxed aura of the song, using “digital detox” site mindshower as
a jumping off point for a computer animated visual that looks like a 1990s Sims
game filled with memes. (video)
3.
The
Strokes, “Bad Decisions”: The Strokes continue their comeback with their latest
single “Bad Decisions,” a garage-rock-tinged indie-rock track that sounds like
the band at their early 2000s best. The 80s-inspired, upbeat melody borrows
from Billy Idol’s “Dancing with Myself,” though the band puts it through
their distinct sonic lens, making it feel both new and familiar at the same
time. (video)
4.
Yves Tumor, “Gospel For A New Century”: “Gospel
For A New Century” is an energetic track that mixes rhythmic soul with thrash-y
rock guitars. The sound really jumps out and grabs a hold of your attention. (video)
5.
Ozzy
Osbourne feat. Post Malone, “It’s A Raid”: The last single released before his
new album, ‘Ordinary Man,’ was released this week, “It’s A Raid” finds Osbourne
reuniting with Post Malone for an aggressive metal duet. It’s fast pace and
thrash-y guitars make it one of the more chaotic songs on the album. The screaming
crowd vocals at the beginning are a bit disconcerting, but add atmosphere to
the hurried nature of the track. Malone adapts to the song’s harder tone, going
to his deeper register in attempting to riff off Osbourne’s signature vocal.
However, his back-up vocal role does more for the song than his verses do. (video)
6.
A. Swayze & the Ghosts, “Mess Of Me”: “Mess
Of Me” is an upbeat, pummeling track that takes its inspiration from early
punk/new wave and melds it with the more aggressive punk sounds of the 2000s/2010s.
Think Iggy Pop filtered through Against Me!. (video)
7.
RVG, “I Used To Love You”: A song for falling
out of love, “I Used To Love You” tries to reason with the realities of two
people growing apart. The swirling, airy guitars make the melody feel very open.
As the song progresses the emotion grows, becoming more passionate and intense.
(video)
8.
Man Man, “Cloud Nein”: “Cloud Nein” is an upbeat
track in tone and melody, though the lyrics aren’t as cheery, essentially
telling someone that they’re “in denial.” It’s a very interesting play off the
expression “on cloud nine,” using the phrase’s original meaning as the melody
and the homonyms of “nine / nein” as the basis for the lyrics. The video is
reminiscent of Fatboy Slim’s “Weapon of Choice,” with the older gentleman
dancing around the street as if nothing were about to happen. (video)
Further Listening:
·
All Time Low, “Sleeping In”: (video)
·
5 Seconds Of Summer, “Old Me”: (video)
·
Sparks, “Self-Effacing”: (video)
·
The Amity Affliction, “Forever”: (video)
This week saw a lot of great new rock and pop songs and
music videos vying for our attention. With the weekend here, now is a great
time to look back at some of the best. Check out some of our favorites above
and let us know what new tracks you’ve been digging this week in the comments
below.
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