LISTEN: Maddox Jones Shares “Can’t Wait For The Summer”
LISTEN: Maddox Jones Shares “Can’t Wait For The Summer”
An exciting slice of warmer days ahead.
Words by: Ysabela De Ocampo
Singer-songwriter Maddox Jones releases “Can’t Wait for the Summer” — a familiar itch for all of us as lockdowns ease up and the weather gets warmer. Jones shares a hopeful indie track about the fantastic season we have to look forward to.
“Can’t Wait for the Summer” offers an indie-style opening, building up into a sunny track. The pulse of the electric guitar and bounce of the bass drum create a suspenseful beat, you’re just waiting for the track to hit the ground running. “Do do you wanna go? Come Away for the summer?” the chorus chimes. Love is in the sweet warm air Jones sings of. Gentle harmonies thicken up the vocals as the drums start to gallop. “You can put on Taylor Swift. Maybe even catch a kiss?” Jones adds festive claps to break up the instrumentals and reinforce the rejoiceful feeling. A tasteful guitar part glimmers though the heartbeat-like electric guitars and a light synth melody makes a subtle appearance. Jones speaks enthusiastically, “This release is a fun, optimistic guitar driven pop record perfect for now as we all can’t wait for this summer and for lockdown to finally be over!”
Maddox Jones recently stepped into the spotlight in 2020 to make his solo debut. He is formerly a member of indie rock group, The Departure. The release of his experimental, synth-led EP Headspace opened doors for the possibilities Jones had as a solo artist. He showcases versatility, range, a push for breaking into new sonic territory and touching new musical grounds. “Can’t Wait for the Summer” is his uplifting offering with driving pop beats and indie instrumental styles. The track was co-produced by Billy Lockett and David Crawford, and mixed by Ed Buller who has worked alongside Suede, Pulp and White Lies.
Jones has received recognition from outlets like SPIN, American Songwriter, BBC, Record Of The Day and iHeart Radio. Headspace climbed it’s way to #4 on UK’s Singer/Songwriter Charts for iTunes, and it’s title track hit #11 on the Music Week commercial pop club charts. Those who like James TW, Lewis Capaldi and Ed Sheeran will like Maddox Jones. He continues to carve his name into the singer-songwriter realm with “Can’t Wait for the Summer,” offering to raise your spirits for the coming season.
