Happy Friday everyone!
It is once more our favorite day of the week, and as the final Friday before Thanksgiving, this week has been especially blessed with a slew of new singles that will keep you grooving all weekend long.
You can check out our ten top tracks of the week below, and be sure to follow along on our November Spotify playlist linked below to check out the past three weeks worth of tracks we are thankful for.
“Einstein Killed Me” by Frontside
Kicking things off this week is a punchy pop punk track by progressive rockers Frontside.
The first single off of the band’s upcoming EP Closer to Closure, “Einstein Killed Me” is an impressive guitar driven track about the process of making a difficult decision and the emotions and thoughts that flood your brain in the midst.
“‘Einstein Killed Me’ is about the conflicting feelings one goes through knowing that you need to break things off with a significant other yet dread having to do it,” frontman Walter Stanley said of the track. “It’s a sonically fun track that we are excited to finally get to share with everyone.”
And with relatable lyrics and instrumentals that will keep you on your toes as the band showcases their sonic growth, this track is perfect to throw on and think about.
“See Through (Unplugged)” by Heart of Gold
Though this track itself is not technically “new,” we are happy to share the revamped version as part of our weekly roundup.
An acoustic stripped down version of the otherwise upbeat pop rock track, “See Through (Unplugged)” is a romantic sounding track that brings a summery yet emotional vibe- leaving us feeling both ready to forget the cold outside and ready to curl up inside under several blankets.
With lyrics about trying to navigate the mind of a loved one and being unsure how to get through to them, the song’s reimagined version hones in on the emotion behind the lyrics by taking away the bouncy percussion and electric guitar, and swapping in a beautiful acoustic verse that highlights the soft power in the vocals- feeling fresh and new instead of just a redone track.
“All The Cowboys” by Alexandra Kay
A country pop track that will have you reaching for the nearest tissue box and your phone dialed to your mama, “All The Cowboys” is an emotional song you need to be prepared to listen to.
Released by rising songstress Alexandra Kay, “All The Cowboys” is sung as a story- a phone call to Kay’s mother where they discuss her dating life, or lack there of. And though listeners only hear Kay’s side of the conversation, listeners are taken on a nearly four minute journey as the singer ponders what’s potentially wrong with her and asks why all the Cowboys run away.
Coupled with a somber country pop backing that features several string instruments, Kay’s vocals evoke powerful emotions, and will have listeners of all relationship status’ pondering their own lives.
“Apocalypse, Please!” By Red City Radio
A perfect song to listen to during the current weirdness of the world, “Apocalypse, Please!” is the latest single by punk rock band Red City Radio.
Ironically written pre-global pandemic, the new track is the latest release from the band’s upcoming album Paradise and features a catchy bass line, uptempo percussion and groovy guitar riffs that will have you ready to dance from the first note to the last chord. Even though the lyrics are rather, well, dreadful. Lyrically navigating the act of living in a world that seems to be falling apart around you, either literally or metaphorically, the track is both anxiety inducing while providing a sense of vague hopefulness. After all, when the world is ending there’s nothing to stop you from living all of your wildest fantasies- even if you can’t do anything to stop the inevitable end from coming.
A social and politically charged track, “A Dying Plea Vol. II” is the latest release by punk band Anti-Flag and the second part of a two single release dedicated to bringing awareness to police brutality.
Debuted earlier this month, the single is a call to action that points out the injustices people of color experience in their day to day lives. Highlighting police brutality along with each featured performer’s personal experiences with the cops and racism in America, the song points out the dangerous flaws that exist within the justice system and calls for a change.
And though the track has been out for a few weeks, today the group released a powerful music video that showcases each performer along with potent imagery of racism, protests, and social movements throughout America’s history that have set the groundwork for the way the nation is run today. Hopefully inspiring change within viewers.
“Losing My Religion” (Cover) by Frank Iero and the Future Violence
Another technically not “new” song that’s been revamped this week is Frank Iero and the Future Violence’s take on R.E.M.’s classic song “Losing My Religion.”
A track well known by music fans of all genres, Iero and his band have officially kicked off their new era with the release of their haunting yet simple cover.
Featuring backing vocals and mandolin played by Kayleigh Goldsworthy, the track focuses heavily on the vocals instead of on the instrumentals- stripping away the original version’s heavier guitar pretense and replacing it with Goldsworthy’s instrumentals.
And though the release is a rather simplistic one, Iero’s vocals and personal connection to the track shine through- making it one of the best covers we’ve ever heard of the iconic track.
“Lonely Weather” by Run River North
A perfect track for the beginnings of winter, “Lonely Weather” is the latest single by indie pop band Run River North.
Written about the struggles that come with the colder weather and the onset of seasonal depression that comes with the winter months, “Lonely Weather” is an upbeat track that drips with both realism and optimism. Calling out the struggle that comes as the temperatures drop and the fear, anxiety or other battles people face- the track serves as a reminder that much like the winter, the “lonely weather” doesn’t last forever.
Chanting “it’s only lonely weather sometimes,” the band reassures listeners that things will get better with time. You just have to bundle up and push through.
The first single off of their upcoming (and just announced) EP Acoustic Volume Three, “Light Me Up” is the latest single by New York natives and emo icons Bayside.
A romantic track at its core, “Light Me Up” is about someone making you the best version of yourself.
With a beautifully strummed acoustic melody and light but steady percussion driving the song, the release gives fans a look into the band’s upcoming EP- set to release in less than one month on December 11th. Just in time for early Christmas gifts.
And in addition to the song’s debut, the band also released an adorable music video starring some of their biggest fans- all of whom we are definitely thankful for.
“Hello Darling” by Josh Stevens
Written for his daughter as an ode to her future, “Hello Darling” is the latest emotional single by pop artist Josh Stevens.
Having years of experience under his belt from writing tracks for LMFAO and Calvin Harris, Stevens’ latest single may be his most personal track to date.
With soaring vocals, a very catchy pop beat and guitar riffs that will have you dancing around your room, “Hello Darling” is Stevens’ way of sharing his life experiences with his daughter and letting her know that she can accomplish anything in life, reassuring her that he will be there every step of the way to make sure she has every opportunity afforded to her as equally as a man would.
With feminist undertones, the song expresses Stevens’ hopes that someday the world will treat everyone equally- regardless of their gender, race or orientation.
“Everything” by Flawless Real Talk
Another powerful anthem fighting sexism comes from hip hop artist Flawless Real Talk with the release of his new single “Everything.”
Written as a way for the rapper to show respect and honoring the powerful women in his own life- as well as all women throughout the world- “Everything” calls out the act of treating women as accessories rather than as humans, and praises the ladies in his life as being instrumental in his success.
“‘Everything’ is all about women empowerment. Our culture and generation doesn’t really teach us to value women, so this song is written to set an example for my audience that we really need to do just that,” the rapper shared. “If you look at the artwork, it shows the silhouette of a woman with everything within her and it showcases how powerful women really are and how much more they need to be appreciated.”
You can stream all of the above songs now, wherever you stream music, and be sure to follow our November Spotify Playlist to stay up to date on all of our favorite tracks of the month.
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