Exuding a classic pop jangle with hints of The Last Shadow Puppets, “Bad News (Do Better)” is the debut single from Heart Foundation, a London-based project comprising brothers Sam and Luke Pickering.
Sam’s lockdown-era recordings gave way to the project forming in 2022, with this track representing their introduction to the world. Sam’s hooky, heartfelt songwriting and Luke’s standout production combine for a winning track, bolstered in the conclusion by yearning string accompaniments and rousing guitar crunches alike.
Gentle acoustics and gentle keys craft a gentle enamoring to start, with warming vocals traversing into a playfully melodic glistening approaching the second minute. “My darling, my sweetheart, my pumpkin, my pretty,” the vocals tempt, eventually culminating in a gorgeous assortments of strings and chirpy orchestral effects. An impactful and melodic treat, “Bad News (Do Better)” is a quality debut. Look for other singles from the duo to arrive throughout the year.
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This and other tracks featured this month can be streamed on the updating Obscure Sound’s ‘Best of March 2023’ Spotify playlist.
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