The XX- ‘Say Something Loving’
The xx’s latest single ahead of
their 3rd studio album ‘I See You (Due to be released on the 13th
of January) is ‘Say Something Loving, a near 4 minute long tale that appears to
set the band in a whole new light. The track begins with an Alessi Brothers
sample from 1976 with the line “Before it slips away” reverberating around the listeners
ears, then a light, bouncy Jamie xx beat flows in seamlessly before the
glorious harmony of Romy and Oliver Sim help create a gorgeous sound. The song’s
chorus states “You say something loving; it’s so overwhelming; the thrill of
affection; feels so unfamiliar”, truly displaying the group’s songwriting
ability is greatly aided by this theme of love, loss and lust. If ‘On Hold’ and ‘Say
Something Loving’ are something to go by, then The xx’s new LP appears to be a
somewhat cheerier affair than their previous efforts, however the new songs
still harnesses the key essence of what makes this band so brilliant,
emotionally fuelled swoons that gently caress its way through its running. I
for one am extremely excited to see what ‘I See You’ has to offer when it is
released.
Listen to the new single here!
Listen to the new single here!
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