Introduction
Leeds-based rockers The Nightswimmers are a band aiming straight for the big leagues. Known for packing out grassroots venues across the North with their big, bold, anthemic energy. Today we review their latest track ‘Do It Alone’.
Review
Bright, playful and bursting with swagger, The Nightswimmers kick latest track ‘Do It Alone’ with a guitar hook that grabs you by the scruff of the neck and demands your undivided attention.
The verses keep things cool and breezy with a light and melodic touch, building anticipation before the chorus dials up the intensity. While at times the chugging riffs bring the ideal level of muscle they do also occasionally feel too much. Stepping back a little would have given the track more room to breathe.
The world the band build though is top-tier. Subtle woven Piano/Keyboard cut through the noise and break the flow up, but in a good way. I really loved the way the guitar plays almost a solo behind the vocals. It’s a risky gamble that pays off. Even if the mix at times does flirt with chaos and a fight for dominance.
The vocal performance is rock solid from start to finish, with textures that are as soft as velvet. But for me the start of the show has to be the guitar, dripping in star quality. ‘Do It Alone’ proves though without a doubt that The Nightswimmers are ready for bigger stages!
79/100
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