“Hurricanes” by Lauren Black and Bobby Crane is an upbeat, vibrantly performed Alt Country track. If you ever find yourself jaded by the uniformity of pop or country music, you’re in luck. Not only is this song devilishly well-written and produced, but Lauren Black’s voice is truly something to behold. With her uniquely bright tone and gymnastic vocal abilities, she takes this song and makes it hers—her distinctive sound is synonymous with the song itself In such a way that you couldn’t imagine another singer doing it justice.
A dreamy, reverb-drenched vocal and acoustic guitar form the intro. With a few simple tom hits, we’re thrust into the verse: “I shoulda known that you’d let me drown / There were sirens all around when you blew into town.” The mix drops the effects to create a clear, sparse moment as an acoustic guitar holds down the chords. Lauren’s voice is the focus, even as we slide into the pre-chorus. That aforementioned dreaminess soaks the sound once again, although the rhythmic tension remains simple. Harmonies, buzzing bass, and twinkly synths precede a wildly anticipatory drum fill, which signals the hook: “People name hurricanes after boys like you.” It’s succinct. It’s poignant. It’s clever. Most importantly, it’s incredibly effective.
Stay tuned for some even more impressive uses of synths and electronic drums, and the continued brilliance of Lauren Black’s performance. This song is one of a kind, especially considering the two wonderfully distinctive artists who came together to create it. Be sure to give them both a follow!
Written by Alyce Lindberg
