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Paul Babe Drops Hypnotic New Single ““Poley Bonaparte (Your Feeling) and Cownin' On combo video”, A Journey Through Emotional Depth and Synth-Powered Beats
We checked out the lyric visualizer for this track, and you need to prepare for a wild ride because it's truly unlike anything we’ve ever encountered.
The haunting synths at the beginning immediately draw you in, creating a captivating and immersive soundscape. Paul Babe’s vocal performance is equally mesmerizing, almost synth-like in its precision. The unique ability to stop and resume the vocals so seamlessly adds to this electric sensation. When the guitars join in, it takes the track to a hypnotic level.
Hearing the lyrics "goddamn vodka, soma get down and shake this soul out, lovin' the feeling, babe," really highlights the unique essence of Paul Babe’s vocal style. The vocal control feels like a musical instrument, creating an unforgettable performance.
As the song continues, the line “being drunk in the Daewoo” gives off a disorienting, yet magical sensation that perfectly blends with the music, as though you're swirling in the intoxication of the moment. Suddenly, a smooth R&B beat drops, catching you off guard and making you rock along. The synths popping in offer an irresistible touch of ear candy, pulling you deeper into the groove.
Paul Babe’s vocal shift near the end brings an emotional weight to the track, especially when we hear the lyrics, “cause you were what I was counting on.” The change in tone perfectly captures the song's emotional journey. We loved this raw, emotional dive and how the visuals, lyrics, and vocals all meld into an unforgettable experience.
In summary: Paul Babe absolutely dazzles with their vocal versatility and innovative use of synths and beats. "Poley Bonaparte (Your Feeling) and Cownin' On combo video" delivers a hypnotic, emotional experience that you won’t want to miss. Truly a standout performance.
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Quote About This Artist:
"This thrilling and slightly eerie video, dropped on Friday the 13th, mashes two contrasting tracks from Paul Babe's debut EP, set for release in October. The songs “Poley Bonaparte (Your Feeling)” and “Cownin' On” are both love-centric but exist on completely opposite ends of the emotional spectrum—one a fizzy burst of relationship joy, the other a dirge of heartbreak and disappointment. The video’s voyeuristic style, along with these opposing vibes, creates an immersive experience that leaves you guessing where the emotions will take you next.
The concept behind this release was born from the fusion of two completely different emotional experiences within a relationship—one bursting with love, the other dripping with disappointment. Watching it all unfold through a voyeuristic lens in the video gives a sense of someone with possibly dubious intentions watching the emotional unraveling."
Wait… there's more!
We had the chance to catch up with this exciting artist for an exclusive interview in "The Cage" Music Blog, where we discussed their music and got to know them better.
Here’s how it went:
BEGIN INTERVIEW:
Hello Paul Babe, we’re thrilled to have you for this interview! We've thoroughly enjoyed diving into your music and exploring your work, and now we’re even more eager to discover more about you, both personally and professionally.
Is there a story behind how you chose the name Paul Babe for your artist identity?
Paul Babe is an amalgam of the names Paul Bunyan and his pet blue ox, Babe. The tall tale is prevalent throughout much of the northern part of America and we draw a lot of inspiration from our lake-state roots. The largest Paul Bunyan statue in the world is in Akeley, MN where the lumberjack’s outstretched palm is large enough for multiple humans to sit in. I have pictures of my sister and I sitting in Paul’s hand every summer growing up when we would take a trip up to the lake.
Please tell us the names and roles of each band member
The core of the band is myself, Seth Evans on vocals, guitar, and keyboards mostly, Kramer Kelling on bass, and Carl Sorensen on drums but we do a lot of instrument swapping in the studio. Joseph Lamar, Jess Parsons, and Donnie Hogue are also friends who are frequently involved in Babe stuff.
What advice would you give to your younger self as a musician?
Be entirely less anal about everything
If a band (no matter how famous) were scouting for someone with your talents and you had the opportunity to audition, which band would you love to be asked for the chance to work with them?
Mannheim Steamroller
Is there an instrument you don’t play yet, but would love to master in the future?
Melodyne
How long have you been making music, and how has your journey evolved since forming Paul Babe?
My mom started me on the piano at age four and it’s been part of my life ever since. My family are all mostly musical so it’s kind of just heritage. Paul Babe is the evolution of a band we had back in Denver when we were younger. Rossonian was the name of the old band and was decidedly more rock and roll influenced but towards the end started to morph into the more soft-psych r & b tinged vibes of PB. We will probably fall back on the rock eventually though. I can feel it.
Was music always a passion for you, or did a specific event in your life make you realize this is what you wanted to pursue as a career?
Kind of was never really a question. I’m fortunate to have known what I’m supposed to do from a young age.
What instrument do you usually turn to first when starting a new song?
I don’t have a default. Whatever is there or easiest to grab usually. Guitar is probably what I start on the most but I try and make sure that is not where I always turn.
Where did you record and produce, was it mainly at home or did you collaborate with outside producers? How do you finalize the mixing and mastering?
Most of these two songs were done in my apartment in BK but the live drums, bass guitar, and some synths in Cownin’ On were done at a friend’s studio in Denver called Ghosthouse. We haven’t used any outside producers. Mixing is taken care of by Kyle VandeKerkhoff in LA and he is a huuuuuuuuggggeeeee part of the end result being as powerful as it is. The music would not be the same without him. Joe Bozzi, also out in LA did the mastering.
How did it feel to be runners-up in the 2016 NPR Tiny Desk Concert Contest, and what impact did that experience have on your band?
It was very exciting and we were thrilled to have been recognized. Knowing that we were being heard outside of Denver was a wonderful feeling. I think of that as a pivotal moment because we were still Rossonian back then but that song, Love In A Wasteland, is literally the catalyst of moving in the sonic direction that is Paul Babe. I moved to NYC two years or so after that video and Rossonian fizzled out but the mutation to Paul Babe took place in large part because of seeing that people actually resonated with that song and that sound…
What strengths do you possess that you believe have helped you reach your current level as a musician?
The ability to be and be comfortable with being completely unreasonable
How is the live music scene where you currently reside, and how has it influenced your performances?
New York is insane and there is big respect here for live performance. One of the things that has influenced me the most is what I said before, be less anal and shift that focus on perfectionism to figuring out how to get on stage and share with people. That is mostly what matters it seems…
End Interview
We’re thrilled to have shared this artist’s exciting journey with you and uncovered such inspiring insights about their creative process.
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Check out this latest release and listen to more of Paul Babe on Spotify & YouTube.
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