Another week has come to an end and with it came a lot of
new music. This week saw some great new songs and music videos from the likes
of Dan + Shay, that dog., Chapel and more hit the internet.
Vinyl Bay 777, Long Island’s music outlet, loves new music.
That’s why we’ve once again scoured the internet for the hottest new tracks
released over the last seven days. Here are seven (and a few more) we think are
worth checking out this weekend.
1.
Chapel, “Friends”: A song about trying to find
the perfect work-life balance, “Friends” attempts to warn that pushing people
away too much can be detrimental to one’s own happiness. Though sad, the band doesn’t
wallow in self-pity, instead opting to remain upbeat. The synth-pop tune’s
steady drum beat and cheery guitars keep it rolling on, underlining its catchy
melody. (video)
2.
Dan + Shay feat. Justin
Bieber, “10,000 Hours”: Dan + Shay released a heavily teased new song this
week. “10,000 Hours,” which features pop pretty-boy Justin Bieber, is another
pop-country hit with that signature Dan + Shay sweet, swoon-worthy sound on
full display. Bieber’s voice assimilates well with Shay Mooney’s and doesn’t
drag the song in his usual dance-influenced pop direction. For a group that
loves love and regularly puts their own wives in their videos (see “Speechless”),
the addition of Bieber’s new wife into the fold on the “10,000 Hours” video is
very timely and sweet. (video)
3.
Marianas Trench, “Don’t Miss Me?”: Lyrically, “Don’t
Miss Me?” finds lead singer Josh Ramsay wondering if a former flame misses him
as much as he hints that he misses her. Subject matter like that doesn’t usually
translate to upbeat love song, but Marianas Trench makes it work with a very
catchy and repetitive pop melody that makes you dance while still remaining
sympathetic. (video)
4.
that dog., “Just The Way”: The latest single
from that dog.’s first new album in more than 22 years, ‘Old LP,’ “Just The Way”
is an upbeat punk / alt-rock tune that’s catchy, fast and loud. The video,
published by Funny Or Die and starring Jack Black and Maya Rudolph, is a
twisted take on ‘Three’s Company’ where the roommates (played by the band) take
their pranks too far and instead try to kill each other with disastrous and,
unfortunately funny results. (video)
5.
Michael Stipe, “Your Capricious Soul”: Former R.E.M.
frontman Michael Stipe has released his first solo song. “Your Capricious Soul”
is a quiet, low-key track with a steady bass line and piano accompaniment. There’s
not much flair to it, but it is a nice track to chill out to and do some good.
Proceeds from the track go to climate change activist group Extinction Rebellion.
(video)
6.
Anti-Flag, “Christian Nationalist”: Brutally
political, Anti-Flag take aim at today’s atmosphere of bigotry and hate on
their latest single “Christian Nationalist.” The song is a catchy piece of
melodic pop-punk with bitingly direct lyrics that easily get their point
across. (video)
7.
Kele Okereke, “Between Me And My Maker”: I don’t
know if I’ve ever heard a song about death be so melodic and uplifting. “Between
Me And My Maker” has a comforting, spiritual feel to it that makes it a pleasant
listen. (video)
Further Listening / Viewing:
·
Bambara, “Serafina”: (video)
·
Great Grandpa, “Bloom”: (video)
·
Anna Meredith, “Inhale Exhale”: (video)
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Brix And The Extricated, “Dinosaur Girl”: (video)
·
Poppy, “I Disagree”: (video)
·
Halsey, “Clementine”: (video)
·
Craig Finn, “It’s Never Been A Fair Fight”: (video)
A lot of great new rock and pop tracks were released over
the last week. With the weekend here, now is the perfect time to take a look
back at some of the best. Check out some of our favorites above and let us know
what tracks you’ve been digging this week in the comments below.
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