Eddie Cohn’s latest single, “Wheels Stop,” is a sonic gut-punch wrapped in raw emotion, driving beats, and a vocal performance that practically vibrates with urgency. Hailing from Los Angeles, Cohn assembles a powerhouse of musicians, Jake Reed, Dan Lutz, Brett Farkas, and Phil Peterson, to craft a deeply personal and universally relatable track.
From the first drum hit, “Wheels Stop” pulls you in with a rhythm section that’s equal parts tight and expansive. Cohn’s voice soars, at times exuding a restless energy, at others settling into a haunting vulnerability. There’s a controlled chaos to the track—guitars building tension, drums pounding like an anxious heartbeat, and an eerie undertone of cello adding unexpected depth. It’s like a slow-motion freefall into self-reflection, with every note pushing the listener deeper into Cohn’s emotional whirlwind.
Lyrically, the song doesn’t shy away from heavy themes. Lines like “Will you stop / Messing around with my head” and “You run from the feelings / You know you don’t like” lay bare the struggle of cutting ties with toxic influences, whether they be people, memories, or even one’s own intrusive thoughts. It’s catharsis in musical form, a defiant demand to silence the noise and reclaim mental clarity. The refrain, “Will you stop” hits like an emotional exorcism—raw, pleading, and ultimately liberating.
Beyond the music, Wheels Stop gives away the how-to guide to collaboration in the digital age. With recording sessions spanning from L.A. to Seattle to Hawaii, it’s proof that great music knows no geographic boundaries. Hit play, turn it up, and let “Wheels Stop” take you for a ride.
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Photo credit: Rony Peters
Review by: Naomi Joan