Maudlin Strangers need no introduction, although if you weren’t familiar with them, a simple glance at their social media and streaming profiles would reveal a rather popular project, a creative outfit that has raked in millions of listeners and thousands of followers to date. That said, numbers shouldn’t be the focus of our dive into Maudlin Strangers; their music is. In that sense, the Los Angeles-based group is incredibly successful. ‘Spaghetti Western’ is their latest effort, and their first single of the year.
As the name implies, the record is incredibly nostalgic and Western-coded, the sort of track that would be a fitting companion for a ‘A Fistful of Dollars’ rewatch. Channelling his inner Sergio Leone (or his inner Clint Eastwood, if you prefer), the band’s head honcho Jake Hayes has crafted a strikingly brooding and haunting piece, a groovy tune packed with hints of gloominess and legendary allure. What more could you wish for? Hayes’ vocals are the perfect match for such a powerful song, indulging in a highly cathartic and catchy chorus. Both evocative and playful, ‘Spaghetti Western’ is evidence of the sonic goodness that Maudlin Strangers still have to offer.
As we are told, the track was captured in a 111-year-old Laurel Canyon house using a rather expansive recording process. Placing mics all around the place, Maudlin Strangers have transformed what was a simple song into a nostalgic and timeless jewel, a slice of artistic wisdom and lyrical boldness.
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