Weekly Roundup
Roundup by Isabelle Turner
“Wasn’t Enough” by Collin Mclnelly
Collin Mclnelly relies on his expertise of songwriting and storytelling through his song “Wasn’t Enough”. An incredibly emotional and heartfelt song about a past relationship, the incredible vocals on the track makes the track feel absolutely infectious. The smooth transition between the slow and steady verses to the incredible build is remarkable, and lands among the radio hits.
“Whisper - Live” by Jam in the Van & Maejoy
Sultry and raw, “Whisper” by Jam in the Van and Maejoy is a vocal-focused track that feels incredibly intimate and small. The production of the track is incredibly limited, making it easy to feel the intense connection with the singer. As a small band, the group continues to keep their authenticity while not compromising their talent. The sweet vocals stand out especially in the live recording track, among the catchy beats.
“Roses” by Hunter Hayes
Moving from country, artist Hunter Hayes is back from his incredible Red Sky album with his heartbreak anthem “Roses”. While still placing an emphasis on the lyrics of his music, “Roses” proves that Hayes continues to defy all past notions of who he should be. The song plays upon a common cliche, pairing it with moving and has beautiful instrumentals to back it.
“Wasting Time” by NEEDTOBREATHE and Old Dominion
Perhaps the most iconic duo of this month is the pairing of NEEDTOBREATHE and Old Dominion. Fusing together country and pop in “Wasting Time”, this catchy and upbeat track even weaves in gospel elements that make the song so fun. The song allows for the perfect combination of the individual talents of each band. Absolutely infectious, with a tinge of a retro sound, the song truly embodies everything that a collaboration should.
“Hanging On” by A R I Z O N A
With talented falsettos and synth perfectly fitting into the EDM genre, the fast beat track “Hanging On” discusses the unfortunate memories that arise after a breakup. Disguised within a driving forum set and heavily produced vocals, the deep emotion behind the heartache aren’t apparent entirely upon first listen. While relying on thick production to achieve their sound, the song sounds professional regardless and makes A R I Z O N A continue to stand out.
