A serenely melodic single from Jeff Kolhede, “Special One” enamors with a laid-back bossa nova and pop intertwining. Mellow guitars and gentle Wurlitzer meld with subtle rhythms to start, moving seamlessly into Kolhede’s smooth vocal allure. “This can’t go on, no I don’t really want to be someone I’m not,” a vulnerable vocal entrancement lets out, progressing into a soulful admission that “I’m caught up in your ways.” A warming saxophone bolsters the intoxicating mix, delighting across both its introspective and “caught up in your ways” smitten expanse, while added twangy guitars complement a wholly satiating conclusion.
Danceable yet also romantic and sophisticated, “Special One” is a standout success from Jeff Kolhede. It represents the first single from his upcoming album Novel Tea, out on May 16th.
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This and other tracks featured this month can be streamed on the updating Obscure Sound’s ‘Emerging Singles’ Spotify playlist.
