Twin Shadow - 5 Seconds

Twin Shadow or the amazingly talented George Lewis Jr. has recently released his first lot of new music, since debut album Forgot (2010). This little known artist has a unique sound to combine with his extravagant lifestyle makes for a great live performer and great interviews.  Recognized for their first full album Twin Shadow were named band of the week in Rolling Stone magazine in October 2010. This band has a unique sound in the ever changing music genre scene sounding from a band that is out of style, with an 80’s like sound. This sort of sound contributed to them being signed to the ever growing 4AD records, which specialize in unique sounds and very colourful characters, which Lewis Jr. certainly fits. This newest track and the album Confess draws from the experiences of Lewis Jr. who was caught up in a motorcycle accident in Boston. This near death experience which left him in hospital where is much of the inspiration for this song and for the album comes from. 

This song is every much a progression from Twin Shadow's first album, with the drone of keys that run throughout the whole song, a trademark of Twin Shadow. Accompanied with a simple drum beat and reverbed guitar/grunge guitar riff at times. All the pieces move together at once, but the voice of Lewis Jr. is the making of this track, the lyrics come based on a novel he wrote and the way the chorus is delivered brings passion.  The progressive movement of the keys and the eerie sound at time gives this song the edge and darkness on which the song is based on. This song it very much based on the meaning of the song drawing on the near death motorcycle experience and the way Lewis Jr. sings it. Although some may debate it is a very simple and out-dated sound I would have to disagree. The layers of the song work beautifully together, each layer works together and doesn't over shadow the other parts. Every time I listen to this song I can appreciate something new about it. 

I look forward listening to this new album, after being thoroughly impressed with Forgot. They have found a way to continue their unique sound without becoming bland and a band which is known for its rigid sound. 

Both 5 seconds and the album Confess is available worldwide. So grab your copy and enjoy stepping back into the 80's 

Rating

4/5 

5 Seconds - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HiC9XNQSxFQ

By Nick