Louis and the Shakes – Trailblazr (2022)
A lot of people have had to face others who tell them that they are never going to achieve the dreams they have, for various reasons. This is something that Louis and the Shakes are well acquainted with and have formed the perfect response in their single ‘Trailblazr’. A raw and gritty track, the single is a definite statement to anyone who puts you down while pumping you up to grab what you want in life with both hands.
Packed with dynamic melodics and distinctive vocals, the single is a treat for the ears and a balm for the soul that has been battered by the negativity of others. Louis, Will, Manny and Jamie are the four-piece behind this defiant stand who came together through a series of fortunate events. Since creating the band, they have played many successful shows and released an independent debut album which was critically acclaimed.
‘Trailblazr’ grabs your attention with a rippling melody that reaches out toward the horizon, creating an expansive feeling to the melody. As the grittier tones of the melody pulse and swing their way into the single, there is a push to the music that creates a building feeling. It is a steady march forward in the face of adversity. Through the bursts of the guitar and foot-stomping beats, you are given the boost you need to continue moving forward. There is a defiant energy woven into each note that insinuates itself into your very molecules to shake you up and break the hold that negativity has on you. As you listen to the melody, the pumping energy straightens your back and has you pushing back against those who will hold you down. Later in the track, there is a change in the melody that takes a softer turn, but there is still that building energy resting in the low levels. This is a lead-up to a rather epic crescendo that finalises the shive of the track.
As the melody ripples to life, the vocals are soft and smooth as they bring a stream of light to your brain. There is a feeling of lights blinking on against the inky blackness of night. Through the opening verse, the lyrics lay out the path you want to take before hitting out at the negativity many face from the people around them. As you head into the chorus, the band starts to seriously pump empowering energy into your veins. Through the rock flows of the vocals, they take a strong stand before grabbing your hand and drawing you into the journey to achieve your dreams. It is a very inspiring performance that leaves you sure you can withstand the negativity of others.
Blasting away negativity and infusing the strength to chase your dreams into your veins, Louis and the Shakes pump you up through the energetic pulses of ‘Trailblazr’. While the melody draws you in with a rather gentle ripple, this turns into a gritty push against negativity. The vocals take the band’s defiant stance to a new level as they hit out at what people say, before pouring empowerment into you.
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