Al Mitchell & the New Born Sinners get nostalgic with big drums and 80s synths in their first release of the year, “Monroe.”
Released on Feb 28, Al Mitchell & the New Born Sinners’ latest single musically symbolizes the slow decay of what’s left of the love from past relationships. Influenced by Grandaddy, Eels, Ariel Pink, Beck, Phoenix, and MGMT, the band finds the past in the present through indie rock and synth-pop.
“Monroe” jigs it up instantly as it opens with live drums pounding and grounding the song with infectious rock energy. They engage and harmonize seamlessly with the guitar riffs. But, dynamizing the song are the dancey shifts pulsated by 80s shimmering synths.
“Monroe” evokes longing and transmits a somber, reflective touch to its lively musicality with the vocals and the songwriting. It may be the drums that pump the blood in you and hook you instantly, but Al Mitchell’s storytelling is the hook that will keep you listening till the last second. While you are left enthused with the music, the band’s diaristic, melancholy, and witty lyricism will leave you longing. Soaked in vulnerability, the expressive, rich vocals bring touching, tender roominess to the song as they sing sheepishly.
Stay tuned with Al Mitchell & the New Born Sinners because they don’t shy away from gigs. In fact, they have performed for BBC Introducing Live Lounge too. Throughout the years, Mitchell has been sharpening his craft for his band. “Monroe” is a tell-tale sign of his earnest progress.
Listen to “Monroe” to be swooned and then softened in shades of pop and rock.
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Review By: Naomi Joan