Max Frost, Back in the Summer | Track Review 🎵

Austin, Texas alternative musician Max Frost heats up the winter with his reminiscent summery single, “Back in the Summer.”

“You know that I got regrets / But I burn those shits like cigarettes / Because something’s out of place /… I wish we could just reset…” Hmm, “Burn those shits like cigarettes” – what a lyric! Anyways, Max Frost is an ‘alternative’ musician from Austin, Texas. Musically, the incredibly talented artist incorporates numerous styles, making his own style, well, incredibly unique.  Frost released his debut album, Gold Rush, in October 2018.  Since releasing Gold Rush, he’s released a number of singles.  The song at hand, “Back in the Summer” marks his first new single of the new decade – 2020!

“Back in the Summer” works out pretty well for Max.  What better way to warm up the winter with a reminiscent single about summer and love? On the chorus, he recollects:

“Back in the summer
When we were lovers
And we had real big dreams in our heads
We were together
Called it forever
Even though all good times have an end
Wish that I could go back again.”

Sigh. Moving beyond the reminiscent lyrics, the music is pretty sweet.  “Back in the Summer,” best characterized as a ‘pop’ record, features sleek electronic production work. The synths are striking, while the groove is hip. Basically, there’s an abundance of ear candy.  Adding to that ear candy is the performance by Frost himself.  He delivers agile, rhythmic melodic lines.  His lighthearted approach is awesome. Even with so many fast-paced, rhythmic melodic lines, there are some more legato, melodic lines that show the colorful nature of his voice.  Essentially, listeners get the full complement you might say.

Final Thoughts 

All in all, Max Frost ‘puts in work’ on the enjoyable, well-rounded “Back in the Summer.” This January 2020 single release isn’t the least bit cold – it’s incredibly warm.  If you haven’t checked out the Austin, Texas musician, consider “Back in the Summer” the perfect opportunity.

Max Frost • “Back in the Summer” – Single • Atlantic • Release: 1.24.20

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