Babe Rainbow - “Juice of the Sun”
From Byron Bay, Australia, Babe Rainbow have just released “Juice of the Sun.” The track is filled with nostalgic appeal, including ear-worm riffs and breezy vocals.
The opening guitar hook of “Juice of the Sun” is a solid gold classic. Performed beautifully, it feels casual and spirited. This hook's polished, clean tones give off a wonderful sense of familiarity and it continues popping up at the perfect moments throughout the song. Babe Rainbow have paid a great deal of attention to the groove of this song. It feels like a classic, early 1970s single with its pulsing beat. The track is given a light, almost skipping rhythm from the percussion. Starting with bongos and driving tambourine, it is quickly joined by a stripped-back drum groove. Underneath, the bass bounces spiritedly, giving a funky foundation. The song’s pulse is pleasingly enhanced by piano and tremolo guitar.
Babe Rainbow allows this skipping groove to flow within the dynamic breaks. The kick drum continues momentum as textures, such as fuzzy guitar, are allowed to shine quirkily. The singing is really upbeat and carefree. Again, this performance has a beautiful, retro pop vibe, and the lyrics are delivered in a light, breezy manner. Delay is used wonderfully on the vocal as great ear candy and the odd spoken word segment enhances the lyrical story. Backing vocals are used over the main areas to increase the playful atmosphere.
The lyrics are colourful, fun, and slightly psychedelic– you can’t help but love the whole vibe of this track. With “Juice of the Sun,” Babe Rainbow have given us a great, retro-feeling pop song, complete with effortless grooves.