Jazzie Young has had all eyes on her as her debut album, Everything Changes is finally here. Gaining interest through singles like “Lux,” “Mr Casual,” and “Waiting on you!” Young has stirred the attention of fans, magazines, and streaming services alike.
Opening with a gorgeous sonic landscape, “Waiting On You!” draws in listeners with its indie pop style and sweet vocals. The expansive instrumentals and lilting melodies make this an inviting first track on the album and a beautiful display of the musicianship Young has harnessed leading up to this debut.
A thick bass groove keeps listeners grounded during the transition into “Light Headed.” Ethereal vocals and stunning harmonies define the tone of the piece. Paired with lyrics like, “Light headed when I look at you / I’m falling faster than I should / When you know, you know it's good,” the mood evokes a feeling of floating through space, feeling lighter than air.
Lush, luxurious, and lovely–it's no wonder “Lux” is a fan favorite. This beautiful indie ballad is characterized by seamlessly blended harmonies, vulnerable lyricism, and lilting instrumentals. A slight pause creates an introspective space, and the addition of acoustic guitar opens up the piece with a new musical texture.
“Been losing sleep since I lost you / You’re a feeling I can't undo.” – "Lux"
Haunting harmonies, stripped-back instrumentals, and airy vocals make “Everything Changes” the perfect titular track for this album. This piece is set apart by lush strings, slow builds, fingerpicked acoustic guitar, and heartbreakingly honest lyricism. Relatable, difficult, and necessary–Young explores her relationship with change and growth.
Continuing the open and honest feeling, “Miss You Already” is a gorgeous transition for the middle point of this album.
Hearing the instrumentalist’s fingers on exposed acoustic guitar gives this piece a warm, intimate feeling.
“Could have loved you if you let me / Would have loved you if you let me.” The contrast between the welcoming sonic landscape and crushing lyricism creates a dichotomy listeners can’t quite help but love being lost in.
“It Could Be Good” elevates the listener into vibey indie pop. Snappy snare, delay on the electric guitar, and driving bass propel this piece forward towards weary optimism. Layered vocals blend effortlessly and create a lush texture that allows the listener to dream just how good it could be.
Feeling like a vintage pop ballad, “Speckled Yellow Eyes” is a dreamy introspective piece. Twinkling synth pierces through the texture and gives the song a thoughtful aura when paired with distant, airy vocals.
"Excuse me"- edgy spoken verse, thick bass, and distorted guitars put “Mr Casual” in a category all its own. Satirical lyrics such as: “So far gone / Keep you around / To let me down / Hot and Heavy release / Be what I need / Mr Casual,” are too relatable when it comes to today's dating scene.
Already an acclaimed single on its own, “Mr Casual” is a standout on this album.
“Feels Like” shakes the angst by blending 80s synth and airy vocals. Blended harmonies, distorted arpeggios, and broad chords make a textured soundscape that the listener can delve into. The spoken outro shifts the tone with introspective lyrics like: “Will you stick to me forever / Like some dream I can't escape / Buried in the corners of my tired brain.”
Opening with bittersweet nostalgia, “Family Tree” is a gorgeous, meaningful way to bring listeners back down to earth. With folk inspirations, fingerpicked strings, the twang of steel guitar, and the layering of honest vocals make this piece, a unique listening experience.
The kick drum seems to simulate a heartbeat, echoed in the guitar. Fading out with the lyrics, “Keep it, Keep it / In between / Keep it, Keep it / You and Me,” brings this album to a heartbreakingly gentle and vulnerable close.
Jazzie Young is just getting started.
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