A twangy, summer-set rock delight from Billy Bonbon, the artist’s self-titled track excels in its easy-going guitar drives and accompanying music video — aptly depicting good times and fun, silly jubilation in a sun-soaked city. The Cure is amongst the cited inspirations, and the initially melancholic guitar work showcases that darkened tint — while ensuing bursts of guitars and delectably lush vocals conjure a more modern shine. An especially enthusiastic vocal push arrives past the four-minute mark, weaving in seamlessly as the bouncy bass and surf-y guitar work converge wonderfully. “Billy Bonbon” is a stylish, approachable success.
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This and other tracks featured this month can be streamed on the updating Obscure Sound’s ‘Emerging Singles’ Spotify playlist.
