Richard Green’s single “Happy Monday” is a bright, genre-blending instrumental that flips the script on one of the week’s most hated days. Released on April 17, 2024, and recorded between his London home studio and a studio in Piacenza, Italy, the track pulses with optimism, playful rhythms, and a clear love for the guitar. With this track, Mondays can be funky, fresh, and full of groove.
From the get-go, “Happy Monday” charms with sparkling cymbals, catchy guitar riffs, and a rhythm section that’s just punchy enough to nudge you into movement. The beat is alive and in no rush, bouncing along with a contagious positivity. As the track unfolds, layers of rock-pop, funk, and even touches of blues build into a lively, dynamic groove. There’s no need for lyrics here, Richard’s guitar speaks fluently, from slick rhythmic patterns to a soulful solo that dances somewhere between John Frusciante’s dreamy phrasing and Prince’s magnetic flair.
Green’s ability to marry style with spontaneity shines throughout the piece. He keeps it raw and inviting with the tune you’d want to hear live with a full band under festival lights. The song’s structure is clean yet unpredictable in just the right ways, allowing listeners to settle into its mood while staying curious about where it’ll go next.
Inspired by a moment in his life when he needed joy, “Happy Monday” was born from a simple idea—to find the good even in what most people dread. It shows you that if you choose to see it differently, even a Monday can bloom into something bright.
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Review by: Naomi Joan