Maybe it's deliberate that The Lights release January Blues when it's not actually January yet, but either way, they still have a point.The song, produced by the noted Gavin Monaghan, is very pleasant and fits well into your ear with it's lush production and Indie melodies, but sometimes that can be a detractor rather than a positive aspect. With January Blues, it is the former, but only just. Whilst the song itself is pleasant enough the production is what ultimately ruins it for this reviewer. I said before the production was lush, and it is, but January Blues sounds over done when a more lighter touch would have been appreciated to enable the listener to fully immerse themselves into the songs lyrical world. Don't get me wrong, this isn't a bad single, it's just too run of the mill in the production area where something a little less processed would have suited it much better. Asides from the production issues, this is a good listen indeed and comes recommended for the B side Start Again, which is a simpler affair and showcases the vocal talents of the bands Liz Sheils to great effect, which definitely won't give you January Blues!
Le Monsieur
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