A lot of new music is released over the course of any given
week. This one was no exception as we saw a plethora of new songs and music
videos hit the internet, vying for our collective attention. It was an
especially good week for rock and pop, with Neck Deep, Four Year Strong,
Gorillaz and Sheppard were among those who put out new tunes.
Vinyl Bay 777, Long Island’s music outlet, loves new music.
That’s why we’ve once again scoured the internet for the week’s best songs and
music videos. Here are six (and a few more) of our favorites that we think are
worth another listen this weekend.
1.
Neck Deep, “Lowlife”: UK pop-punk band Neck Deep
have announced a new album, ‘All Distortions Are Intentional,’ and are back
with a new single. “Lowlife” is rough around the edges instrumentally and
lyrically, hitting on more of the traditional angry, disaffected youth punk attitude
than the songs of ‘The Peace and the Panic.’ The band adds this element without
losing the melodic and memorable qualities that got them noticed in the first
place. (video)
2.
Sheppard, “Don’t Believe In Love”: Australian
family band Sheppard move ever closer to the pop end of their pop-rock sound with
“Don’t Believe In Love.” The choruses are upbeat and fun with as bit of the island-y
groove that made their early work so great. George Sheppard’s falsetto verses
are a bit more sullen, soulful and electronic-tinged. As a whole, it’s another
very catchy track from the band. (video)
3.
Gorillaz feat. Fatoumata Diawara, “Desole”: The
second in Gorillaz’s Song Machine project, “Désolé” has a cool, low-key tone
and easy groove that balances electronic beats and worldly melody. Starting out
rather minimal, the addition of horns and strings near the end makes the sound
fuller without losing any of the effortlessness. (video)
4.
Four Year Strong, “Get Out Of My Head”: “Get Out
Of My Head” is melodic hardcore at its catchiest. The rough, thrashing guitars and
lightly gritty hardcore vocals are aggressive yet tuneful. It’s an earworm that
will surely get stuck in your head. The video has this tongue-in-cheek, underground
90s-style quality to it, which makes this a great watch as well. (video)
5.
SZA & Justin
Timberlake, “The Other Side”: “The Other Side” has a great groove and beat that
feel both modern and mid-2000’s pop-R&B at the same time. It brings back
memories of ‘Justified’-era Timberlake.” His and SZA’s vocals meld beautifully,
like they were made to sing together. The song makes you want to get up and
dance. (video)
6.
Luke Rathborne, “Ordinary Woes”: There’s a
certain punk-y, garage-rock-y sound to “Ordinary Woes” I found really dragged
me in. The song is lively and upbeat, led by fast-paced guitars and driving
snare drum that keep it barreling along. (video)
Further Listening:
·
I’m Glad It’s You, “Big Sound”: (bandcamp)
·
Suicide Machines, “Anarchist Wedding”: (video)
·
Dave Godowsky, “Better Just To Be”: (video)
·
Taylor Swift, “The Man”: (video)
This week saw some great new rock and pop songs hit the
internet. 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
new songs you’ve been digging this week in the comments below.
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