Modern torchbearer of contemporary pop music, Stewart Taylor, has given his fans plenty to be excited about with their latest rounds of musical releases. Through the Los Angeles-based artist’s unique blend of upbeat pop and soulful R&B, it is not hard to see why their work captivates audiences while reaching into their soul with their lyrical prowess. As they release their latest single “EVEN” they further cement their already respectable legacy with this new electric and lyrically motivated record.
The piece begins with a smooth synthetic beat that quickly gets listeners into the mood for the music to come. Upbeat, yet soft and flowing, it immediately defines its genre and builds an entire world around the melody. Taylor’s vocals appear soon after in a soft yet resonant tone to begin the narrative with the opening line “I’m a bad liar down to the wire, gotta ceasefire.” The artist then immediately shows off their vocal chops with a flowing falsetto that showcases their range and leaves little to be desired.
Almost hypnotic in its delivery, the melody creates a welcoming atmosphere to allow the artist’s expressive delivery to take center stage. The sentimentality of the lines encourages a sense of relatability as each verse paints a picture of personal growth amidst processing trauma and pain caused by a loved one. We feel a sense of motivation to reexamine our own relationships with our grief throughout the tune, embodied in the track’s titular line “Why are we always getting even? ‘Cause all we’re going to get is even worse.”
Written by Nick Gumas
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