(Indie Rage Radio) - From the vanguard of Chicago’s genre-blending movement, Attack The Sound returns with a potent statement in “Wake Up Call”—a track that feels like a late-night confessional wrapped in a velvet glove and delivered with a kick. As pioneers of “Chi-Pop,” their signature fusion of jazz, indie R&B, gospel, hip-hop, and rock feels more refined than ever, crafting a sonic experience that’s both cathartic and groove-inducing.
“Wake Up Call” doesn’t tiptoe around the tough stuff. Frontman Davo steps boldly into the lyrical spotlight, grappling with depression and ego in a way that feels more like hand-to-hand combat than introspection. His voice carries the weight of lived experience, yet it floats over the track with a soulful ease reminiscent of John Legend, while the band's lush instrumentation calls to mind the textured warmth of Leon Bridges and the retro-futurist soul of Black Pumas.
The genius of the track lies in its duality. It’s heavy but never burdensome, raw but relentlessly listenable. As Davo lays bare his battles, the rhythm section keeps the groove locked in, and guitar licks flirt with blues and rock in just the right ways. It’s a breakdown you can dance through—a sonic therapy session that ends with a shimmy instead of a sob.
“Wake Up Call” is less of a song and more of an intervention set to a killer hook. It’s a reminder that the path to healing might be messy, but it’s a lot easier to face with a band this good playing in the background. Attack The Sound isn’t just making music—they’re redefining it.
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