There is something so distinctive sounding on this debut single from Memphis band The Sonny Wilsons. It’s partially about the vocal attack, particularly the slurred vocal chorus on the ‘maybe’ line. But it’s also about the careful, somewhat spare arrangement of instruments. I mean, it’s not a quiet song but there’s room in this mix to really hear all the bits and adornments. The lead guitar work is also clean and shimmery, adding an element of mystery. The tune and performance really remind me of later period Cowsills or Bill Cowsill’s work with Vancouver-based acts Blue Northern and The Blue Shadows. The overall sound is where poprock landed for me in about 1983. That means riddled with hooks, not afraid of being accused of being commercial, but still holding on to some strong indie cred. Yet it sounds just as in tune with today’s musical multiverse of competing and parallel styles. It’s a Jon Auer of the Posies production and the quality shows. Bottom line – this is one killer single and a strong kick-off for a band whose first long-playing album will be out soon. Can’t wait to hear more.

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