Let me just say that I am a new listener to Sing It Loud and it takes at least a little bit of deviation from the same old release to catch my attention. This five piece from Minneapolis seemed to be able to do just that. [more]
The first time I listened to the first track of Sing It Loud’s new album, I was instantly reminded of Motion City Soundtrack. It’s no surprise that MCS guitarist, Josh Cain was a producer for the record.
Most tracks on “Come Around” are upbeat and sure to inspire some serious dance parties. “Best Beating Heart” is undeniably catchy with lyrics that will make you feel good and force you to start singing along. Also in this category of feel-good, head-bopping tracks is “Come Around”. “I’m all tied up and I’m trying my best to get down. Come on, girl. Come around, come around,” while not sounding incredibly profound, does accomplish the pop sound they admittedly categorize themselves into.
This album does have some awesome guests singing on it. Alex Gaskarth of All Time Low sings on “No One Can Touch Us” and Justin Pierre of Motion City Soundtrack sings on “We’re Not Afraid”. Sing It Loud seems able to keep up quite well with these guys from more well-known bands, so their future seems promising as well.
In general, the melodies are light and easy to swallow, with the keys only adding to that quality. This being the case, the entire sound makes for something you could easily put on for background music or enjoy for a sunny car ride. For people who need deep lyrics and complex intertwining melodies and harmonies, Sing It Loud might not be your favorite. But for those who enjoy a more care-free approach to good music, I recommend giving “Come Around” a spin.
You can hear “Come Around” when it releases September 23 and catch Sing It Loud opening for Cobra Starship this fall on the SassyBack tour.
