Today is a good day. Hours before the lads first single from Humbug was due to debut on Zane Lowes BBC radio show, I find a good mp3 floating around already. “Crying Lightning” is an absolute tune, one that really demonstrates the growth of the band. The song doesn’t stray too far from the live version that the band have been playing live…..but it really shines in the studio version. Alex Turner’s singing style has also changed, fitting the bands darker style better.
I couldn’t really be happier with the song, they did a great job with it. If you don’t like it at first, keep listening. This isn’t as immediate as their past first singles, but I think this may possible become their best over time. Alex Turners voice sounds as low as ever at one point, Helders pounds the drums in a military fashion, and you got timely backing vocals. The chorus has been stuck in my head all day.
I love the new direction they are headed into. The band hasn’t pulled a 360 change, but they have really come along quite a bit since 2005. I am dying to hear how the rest of Humbug comes out. The band is more mature, and there is plenty to SHOUT FOR.
[mp3] : Arctic Monkeys – Crying Lightning
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