“Break The Chains” by Tim Camrose
It’s funny. While the Billboard charts are filled with generic pop music that often lacks real depth—both musically and lyrically—excellent pop-rock continues to be released without ever reaching the masses. It makes you wonder what on earth is going on. What’s wrong with the music industry?
Take Tim Camrose, for instance. His latest single, “Break The Chains,” sounds remarkably like one of my favorite bands from the early eighties, The Icicle Works—and I mean that as the highest compliment.
“Break The Chains” is one of those tracks where everything comes together perfectly: great guitars (check out that solo!), tasteful keyboard work, and strong vocals. I especially love the sixties Motown-inspired beat in the chorus—the classic four-on-the-floor/four-on-the-snare rhythm. From The Supremes to The Beach Boys, countless artists used it, and for good reason: it gives the refrain an irresistible lift.
The production is equally impressive. Producer Andy Ross cleverly captures the spirit of the early eighties in the overall sound—a period before electronic drums and the ubiquitous ’80s gated-echo aesthetic completely dominated music production. What can I say? It works.
“Break The Chains” is a gem for anyone who loves that era of music. And for those who haven’t yet explored this style, give it a listen. Chances are, you’ll fall in love with it too.
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