Daniel Isaiah - “Wild Life”

Montreal-based singer-songwriter Daniel Isaiah brings his distinct, retro vibes to the blog with his new single, “Wild Life.”

Upon pressing play, the track immediately delivers the thick and creamy goodness of the 1970s. Isaiah starts his remarkably vibey vocal performance straight out of the gate, atop a rhythm propelled forward by a kick drum. Bass, guitar, and mellotron are present to ensure that no gaps remain in the production, leaving the vintage sound palpable and unmistakably analogue.

As the full drum kit appears, Isaiah rises into his upper register for the hook, delivering a vocal akin to that of Paul McCartney– in fact, it is this moment that we knew “Wild Life” belonged on our blog. Ear candy is elegantly provided by the glorious sounds of the lap steel, ensuring the enchantment of all listeners, and guaranteeing multiple listens.

In its three and a half minute duration, “Wild Life” will carry you upon a cloud of introspection and imbue you with a yearning for the music of yesteryear. If you’ve been searching for a gentle and chill sound that has not fallen prey to modern production subterfuge, you really need to hear this one.

-HD