The very loved british indi rock band The Kooks have let us all in on a new track - and dare I say it, a new sound.
The song 'Down' is set to be released on their upcoming EP 'Down' on April 18th of this year.
I believe this track will have a lot of mixed reviews, and mixed emotions.
For those who have been there from the start (myself included), this is a very different sound to what they first produced in 'Inside In/Inside Out' in 2006. Perhaps because they have appointed a new co-producer alongside lead singer/song writer, Luke Pritchard to work with on the album - hip-hop artist, Inflo.
Although this is no 'Seaside' or 'Gap' (Konk 2008), I can't help but want to dance as soon as I hear it.
It's a funky & feel-good track, and it grabs you right from the start of Pritchard's distinct howl.
I think if it wasn't for his recognisable voice, you would almost be unaware that this was actually a song by The Kooks. Cue in: Inflo. I believe that factor might upset a few fans.
I am still undecided on how I feel also, I know I like the hip-hop influenced sound though; regardless of the artist.
But then a little voice in my head, (and the one in my heart/ears) keeps telling me that it is SOOOO not the Kooks I know and love.
So do I embrace the change? Appreciate the genius behind it and look forward to the EP release?
OR...Do I cross my arms, shove them into my ribs, drop the bottom lip and refuse to listen to it - and try and understand why the lyrics aren't as meaningful as they are in many of their other songs?
Bear in mind folks that I DID say I'd try and be more positive this year, and I really do love a good track when I hear one. So for that, I'm going to stand by the boys and put this song on repeat.
Hey you, give The Kooks a break. I dig em, I dig em down down diggity down. Even if those lyrics are shit.
