Max Eve is a well-talented and awesome soul, He has recently released “You & You Alone” to all the audience out there. The vibe set by this single is, from the offset, gorgeously in keeping with that implied by the title. The concept of the track thrown in adds a touch of melancholy or reflective musicianship, and even just with the opening electric guitar riff – these two elements meet quite perfectly.
Max Eve’s skills as a guitarist and singer are unquestionable, the performance here is stunning, and the sound is simple yet effective in winning your affection. On top of this, songwriting is where things really come to life. The song is incredibly honest, reflective of some of the deepest human emotions and feelings, presenting sadness at times but mostly an uplifting sense of hopefulness and peace. The lyrics are poetic, so some of the lines appear quite vague on occasion, which actually makes it much more widely accessible to any and all audiences. The chorus brings back that clarity – it’s the point at which everything comes to be still again. The more you listen to this song, the more at peace you’re likely to feel.
“You & You Alone” is a blissfully delicate, organic, acoustic performance, featuring – for the most part – just a softly picked guitar and a gorgeously layered set of vocal harmonies. As things progress, the music broadens a little; a touch of keys brightens up the edges and adds a new dynamic, nothing too overbearing though – these simple touches are in keeping with the calming ambiance, and still, they help maintain your interest throughout.
The song has a certain groove to it that is immediately easy to get into. The beat and the progression of the lyrics and the musicality bring with it a touch of classic or similar styled compositions as well. A hint of drama lingers in the beat, and certain vocal parts come soaked in an increased level of passion, so this contrasts just subtly with the laid-back rhythm and overall mellow energy of the rest of the song. The movement of this single has a fairly classic feel to it, almost like a long-lost hit from yesteryear, the sort that can easily be rediscovered and reintegrated into your modern-day playlist. It’s a gorgeously easy song to embrace and would likely make for a great choice for anyone setting off on the long drive home – you can relax, and you can wander about the world, all at once.
