Three new takes on pop rock that will put a smile on your face and tap in your toe

Vilhelm Buchaus – “Dying Light”
-Something about the energy of this track reminds me of timeless pop rock from the 80s and early 90s. It just feels familiar in a good way. The enthusiasm of the vocal soars over the production mix. Ultimately it’s a song about living life before you run out of time. There’s an urgency to the song. The guitar solos emerge as a highlight on the song. But this is an inspiring track that would be at home alongside classics like “Eye of the Tiger” and “Chariots of Fire.” It’s a great tune.

Wildie – “Lessons in Flying”
-The piano in the opening is such an inviting sound; it feels like a movie soundtrack, inviting the listener into the emotion of the piece. The lead vocal has a beautiful quality to it, giving an energy that’s like sitting down for coffee with a friend. The cathartic piano allows the vocal lines to emerge in the mix. The lyrics are contemplative, about the things that people can learn while they are flying. It’s about perspective, philosophy, and engaging the world with the right purview. It’s a fascinating tune with a great production style.

Danny Rivas – “Tangerine Skies”
-There’s a toe-tapping energy to this song that caught my attention from first listen. Rivas writes with a straightforward energy that I enjoy. The rhythmic style of the song is highlighted by some snappy indie rock guitars. There are elements of classic 60s rock blended with something that feels more recent; the end result is a track that feels like a fresh take on a timeless sound. The lyrics have the kind of “Yellow Submarine” element that begs the listener to bring their own meaning to the ideas. It is ostensibly about a relationship, yet the amorphous style of that description allows listeners to affix their own meaning and it really works. This is a jam, for sure.

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