Young Stephen Sanchez Evokes Velvety Everly Bros. Harmonies
It’s no accident that Stephen Sanchez’s swoon-worthy, “Until I Found You” recall those timeless, pitch-perfect Everly Brothers harmonies. The 20-year-old cultivated his early-rock influences by way of his grandfather’s massive vinyl record collection.
Pink Reimagines a Classic “Whisper”
Pink borrows a key line from the 1984 #1 smash hit “Careless Whisper” and flips it into the upbeat, “Never Not Gonna Dance Again.”
Powerhouse Duo: Post Malone and The Weeknd
Current hit: "One Right Now" by Post Malone and The Weeknd Linked to: "Return Of The Mack" by Mark Morrison/1996 Because: Both songs float a mid-tempo club vibe. Pairing top pop acts has been trending for several years, but especially so in 2021, and, despite a...
Be Yourself and You’ll Be Happy!
Current hit: "Damn It Feels Good To Be Me" by Andy GrammerLinked to: "Changes" by David Bowie / 1972 Because: Both songs reflect on life's many twists and turns and the inevitable "re-evaluation." Grammer's delivery is more uptempo, simplistic, and enthusiastic,...
In the Mood for a Sweet and Sensual Slow Jam?
Current Hit: "Smokin Out The Window" by Silk Sonic (Bruno Mars and Anderson.Paak) Linked to: "Betcha By Golly Wow" by The Stylistics /1972 Because: Both are classic, old skool slow jams, groovy, smooth, silky and soulful. Slow jams are traditionally love...
The One & Only Carlos Santana!
Current hit: "Move" by Santana, Rob Thomas and American Authors Linked to: "Smooth" by Carlos Santana/1999. Because: Melodic elements of "Smooth" are evident and intertwined into "Move," but edgier. Also because of the urgency throughout the overall production. ...
“I Want Someone to Love Me”
Current Hit: "That's What I Want" by Lil' Nas XLinked to: "I Want Your Love" by Bernard Edwards and Nile Rodgers/1979 Because: Desire, and the quest for love, is, was, and always will be a music constant, in all its forms and permutations. Sometimes it's elegant...
Coldplay & BTS? Yes!
Current hit: "My Universe" by Coldplay and BTS Linked to: "Is There Something I Should Know" by Duran Duran /1983 Because: Both songs have a big, bold sweeping sound and similar production flourishes. Both are 'in your face," peppy, energetic, and they "feel"...
Adele’s Just Released “Easy on Me” is a Major Musical Event!
Current Hit: "Easy on Me" by Adele Linked to: "You Better Sit Down Kids" by Cher/1967 Because: Both songs are parents explaining divorce to their children. Riveting, truthful and emotional, "Easy on Me" is one of 2021's most anticipated song drops; within 24 hours...