Disco Moment from Bright Light Bright Light on Vimeo.
Reports might have exaggerated the death of pop music, but there’s been a lot of good stuff released in the last two or three years. One of my most favourite musical discoveries of the past year has been Bright Light Bright Light. Primarily a vehicle for front man Rod Thomas (he has a small band when touring), he makes bright and shimmering pop music that’s uplifting and I the sort I love.
Bright Light Bright Light’s first single, Love Part II was released in September last year and was a perfect slice of late summer pop. While on tour, Rod has released videos and even a five-track EP, the nearest there’s been to a Bright Light Bright Light full-to-the-rafters pop song-packed album. But, that album’s finally due in August, the same time as new single Disco Moment, hits digital stores.
Premiered on the Guardian’s music website yesterday, the track is typically Bright Light Bright Light, all electro pulsing synths and strong melodies. with echoes of Kylie’s All The Lovers bassline, the chorus instantly grabs you in, and while the song might have a melancholic lyrical tone, the soaring melody takes over. Disco Moment is undoubtedly worth the follow-up wait, and gives a taster of the album, which is – at last – not far away. Just the thing for a Friday…
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