“Probably Good” is a smoothly nostalgic burst of suave infectiousness, its general direction reminiscent of The Style Council’s eclectic jazz/funk/soul stylings. The comparison makes sense from a stylistic and era-specific standpoint, as Wellman’s name will feel familiar to fans of the Brand New Heavies; he played various brass and keyboards on that group’s debut. I personally love the period of The Style Council and Brand New Heavies, who touted a certain British suaveness over a deliciously lush production polish heavy on brass and keys. This track is an absolute delight in that vein, a nostalgic mid-tempo gem propelled by charismatic vocals and a smoothly impeccable melodic flow on Wellman’s production/songwriting end.
I’m really looking forward to some similar sounds throughout Wellman’s upcoming album Dawn to Dusk, out February 29th. The album serves as a social commentary “viewed through perspectives of human psychological evolution, and analysis of mass communication and propaganda” — delivered suavely and infectiously, for sure. Wellman considers it the best work of his career, so be sure to make note of it if you’re digging this.
Many thanks for the review. One thing though,the main vocal on this track was by Tara from Studiopros.com not Judy who is on the track Lucy on The Album.
thanks for the correction Jim – I’ve made the fix.