A mellow delight from California-based band The Baylands, “Second Try” haunts with enveloping vocal harmonies and retrospective lyrics, exploring childhood reminiscence, a yearning for freedom, and the vital role of self-love. “We’re all looking for the love of our lives,” the vocals let out over subtle guitar murmurs. The “all that I am,” vocal escalation thereafter features reflective harmonizing and flickers of guitars, driving gorgeously to the chorus. Emitting a soulful ’70s singer/songwriter nostalgia in the vein of Fleetwood Mac, “Second Try” is an accomplishment from The Baylands.
—
“Second Try” and other memorable tracks from this month can also be streamed on the updating Obscure Sound’s ‘Best of September 2021’ Spotify playlist.
