Bop That Rhythm by Sky Canyon: Review

by Gabe Finch April 19, 2023

April 19, 2023

Sky Canyon’s “Bop that Rhythm” is a playful and catchy jazzy number that immediately gets your head nodding and your feet tapping along with its infectious beat. The song is built on a foundation of crisp vibraphone tune and piano, which are layered over low bass and drumming rhythms to create a vibrant and danceable atmosphere.

As someone who enjoys jazz, I find myself traveling back to the sonic world of the sixties or forties because one of the standout features of the track is its primary use of vibraphone adding extra layers of texture and rhythm with surplus instruments.

Despite its upbeat and carefree vibe, “Bop that Rhythm” also showcases a level of musical proficiency and attention to detail that elevates it above typical contemporary jazzy flare. It doesn’t combine the new with the old. It pays tribute to the old by staying true to itself. The arrangement is dynamic and constantly evolving, with the addition of piano and drum solos between the vibraphone tunings providing more bite to the background.

Sky Canyon himself being a veteran musician with 50 years of proficiency to boast, he definitely knows all the tricks of that trade. He also has more experience with listening to original jazzy music than any of us will ever have. So we leave it to the master to give us a show.

Overall, Sky Canyon’s “Bop that Rhythm” is a fun and lively dance track that is sure to get your body moving and your spirits lifted. So why wait? Listen to it and swing to that 60s beat.