Thursday, August 30, 2012

Youngblood Hawke - We Come Running

You ever listen to a song that just makes you happy and makes you feel as though you can conquer and take on the world? This is a song that makes me feel that way… “We Come Running” by Youngblood Hawke was the free song of the week on iTunes about 2 weeks ago and that’s where I first heard of it. Whenever I listen to a song for the first time, the melody is originally what I listen for. This track is heavy on melody and I especially love it during the chorus. The pounding percussions and driving synths end up transforming it from more than just a ‘chorus in a song’ to more of an anthem “Soon they’re gonna hear the sound when we come running!”.  Another thing about the song that I love, but didn’t pick up on until about the third listen, is the use of bells. I think it’s such a cool addition to an already great track and really makes it stand out. I’ve only heard bells used in one other song that’s not about Christmas (though I’m sure they are used more than I realize)… Definitely give this song a listen. I guarantee by the end of it you’ll come running along with the rest of us Youngblood Hawke fans.



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Tuesday, August 28, 2012

Brandy - Wildest Dreams

Brandy’s second single, from her highly anticipated sixth studio album Two Eleven, was just released today on iTunes, Amazon and all other major digital retailers. Im extremely excited about this record, mainly because while I did like “Put It Down” this new track is what Brandy fans have really been waiting for. It’s a return to the Brandy we all fell in love with. Her smooth vocals over a beat that’s never overpowering but that compliments her and lets her shine. “Wildest Dreams” is just that… From the start of the song Brandy grabs your attention with her soft harmonizing vocals mixed with a few lines that highlight her low register. The base and light keys that come in with the start of the verse (and follow throughout the entirety of the song) pair really well with Brandy’s vocals. And speaking of her vocals, they tell the story the song is trying to convey beautifully (I love it!!)… With her first single already burning up the charts I have no doubt this track will do the same (and better). Brandy’s officially back and better than ever!



You can purchase the song here!