Polyglam - “Vegas”
Los Angeles-based trio Polyglam have just released the captivating indie rock track, “Vegas.” The song is an interesting blend of musical styles and reminiscent of Paul McCartney’s solo work pre-1974.
“Vegas” begins with a sense of intimacy provided by a rough-textured but mellow acoustic guitar. As the lyrical narrative unfolds, a warm, deep bass is added and a spritely, almost skipping drum groove pushes the composition forward. The track is given a sense of ebb and flow, thanks to the use of electric guitar layers that weave and shimmer. They are immersed in a healthy coating of reverb, creating a luscious and spacious contrast to the more intimate and stripped-back sections.
The Paul McCartney vibes really come to the foreground in the track’s final section. Here, the groove slows and takes a more reflective and dreamy turn. Layers of breezy vocal harmonies drift and float whilst electric guitar thoughtfully pulses out the track’s melody with ease and introspection. Over the verse sections, the vocals have a great rhythmic awareness. When we hit the choruses, the performance lifts effortlessly into more breathy and breezy tones, which are enhanced by some great harmonising layers.
About “Vegas,“ Polyglam adds: “Sometimes life is like a wild night in Vegas—you encounter bizarre characters, you make a bad bet, you go on an acid trip. Whether it’s real or not, one thing is clear: one encounter, one decision, one moment can change the way you see the rest of your life. Las Vegas is Polyglam’s take on Fear and Loathing. It explores the sensation of living your day-to-day life in what feels like a false reality.”
Polyglam’s “Vegas” is a delightful indie rock gem built on some great shifting, dynamic, and dreamy layers.