Pick of the Week: Dawes “Who Do You Think You re Talking To”
Dawes is back with an explosive single from their new album
Good Luck With Whatever! Who Do You Think You re Talking To is about dealing with past trauma in new relationships. Taylor Goldsmith sings in his smooth baritone voice, patiently working with his partner through her insecurities (Goldsmith may very well be taking inspiration from his relationship with wife Mandy Moore, who he started dating after her high-profile split with Ryan Adams). The guitars and piano roar to life on the chorus, carrying the song to epic highs. The drums and bass help lock in the groove and keep the tune moving forward. It s a must-listen folk rock track that can warm your heart this winter season.
Pick of the Week: Fleet Foxes “Can I Believe You”
Pick of the Week: Fleet Foxes “Can I Believe You”
At a time of such uncertainty, Fleet Foxes perfectly capture the difficulty of finding faith in “Can I Believe You.” The song comes off of the band’s fourth album,
Shore, which was released this past September. “Can I Believe You” begins with a choir singing angelic harmonies before picking up with strong guitar strumming and drums. With hurt in his voice, lead singer Robin Pecknold sings emotional lyrics, questioning his ability to trust. And with religious undertones, the song seems to touch on the idea of faith in a spiritual sense as well as from a relationship standpoint. While being vulnerable is difficult, Pecknold realizes that it is necessary for growth as he sings “if I don t, well, nothing will change.” Towards the end of the song, the tempo slows dramatically and the vocals become soft, but a powerful chord progression leads into the final vers