Hunter Down – Live Again (Single Review)

Today’s review features Hunter Down’s new single “Live Again”.

Hunter Down, formerly known as Not Another Playne Jayne, is a US-based rock band. The band is “now beginning to release music under their new name Hunter Down,” with their transition serving as “a sonic bridge between past and future.”

Not Another Playne Jayne was originally formed as a Denver, Colorado-based rock band, though the group has roots in Michigan. The band was described as specializing in “a somewhat dark, yet redemptive sound” while utilizing diverse musical elements. Hunter Down’s music has been characterized by its dynamic range and emotional authenticity. Critics have noted their ability “to go from really low to high energy in such a powerful way,” with their sound featuring “a pretty gloomy and dark mood” that creates “a cool contrast that explodes out of the gates.”

Hunter Down’s approach combines traditional rock instrumentation with modern production techniques, thus creating music that bridges classic rock sensibilities with contemporary alternative and indie rock elements.

So let’s have a listen …

The guitar riff that starts the track is heavy, dripping with creamy sustain and maxxed out distortion, and we’re off to a fine start. Then everything stops, and a piano enters, and soon the voice, which sounds great. Very clear in the mix. The mix and production on this track are outstanding.

Eventually, the heavy guitars come back in briefly for the chorus. The second verse adds a bit of a lead guitar solo over the vocals, then the heavy chorus kicks in again. The tone of the guitars is magical; they are dialled in perfectly into a proper lead guitar solo, and then back into the chorus. I’m digging the backing vocals. Everything is working in this track. I do wish they had kept the heavy guitars in the verse instead of cutting them out, but otherwise, great song!

SCORE/Excellent: Hunter Down delivers a scorching new song, “Live Again,” complete with heavy guitars and a solo piano in the verses. The mix and production on this track are outstanding. I think this track has the potential for massive radio airplay. Much love, Beth

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