Sumaroo - “Easy to Say”

This is the third time that the sweet sounds of Sumaroo have made their way onto our blog, and we are confident that it will not be the last. The man has a remarkable grasp on storytelling and once you press play on “Easy to Say,” it is bound to become part of the soundtrack to your journey through change.

As soon as it gets going, “Easy to Say” has a blissfully retro vibe, thick with 1970s compression, and a gentle sway that immediately draws it the listener. The drums and bass are held tightly together with the glue that we find lacking in many other modern recordings and, upon first listen, it sounds as though Sumaroo has utilized two-inch tape instead of opting for a digital production– and if not, we hope that he sends us his signal chain.

We generally gravitate to songs of an acoustically-driven nature. And while this is the case with “Easy to Say,” there are some exquisitely placed licks from an electric that practically steal the show. All of this occurs before we even have a chance to hear the vocal. If you are unfamiliar with Sumaroo’s voice, prepare yourself to be completely blown away by the honesty in the lyrics that enter your ears. His vocal work is just as retro-inspired as the music and if we did not know any better, we would be convinced that this song was found in a late ‘60s/ early ‘70s time capsule.

A definite highlight here is the hook, as it should be, with its layered vocal production. This utilization of multiple layers helps to elevate the arrangement, stretching the sound throughout its sonic landscape. This is a track that will stick with you long after you’ve heard it, but that should in no way hinder you from listening, again and again.

About the track, Sumaroo adds: ““Easy to Say“ is a folk-infused ballad that weaves together themes of nostalgia, love and friendship, and the daunting journey of moving on. This song is my tender testament to the strength found in shared moments and the slow, winding path that leads the heart through change.”

-TM