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Alt- Pop, Electronic, Indie, New Music

Jack Hughes ‘Wasn’t Built That Way’

Jack Hughes has released his new single ‘Wasn’t Built That Way’.The track follows the release of his hit single ‘Crossed The Line’ which garnered support from RTÉ 2FM’s Track of the Week with Jenny Greene, Track of the Week on Spin South West and huge support throughout Spin 103.8, Today FM, Cork’s 96FM, WLR, 8 Radio and many more. 

Wrapping delicate, tender melodies in dark washes of electronics and intricate rhythms, ‘Wasn’t Built That Way’ fleshes out Hughes’ engaging and passionate sound. Light percussion twinkles over an emotive melody while cinematic soundscapes ebb and flow throughout. Warm vocals move from brisk croons to sing-along outbursts that are destined for arena crowds to bellow back. With dark heavy rhythms creating an eerie tone between twinkling keys and layered backing vocals, ‘Wasn’t Built That Way’ surges with emotion and hair-raising musicianship. Hughes is a musical talent, he balances moving tenderness with refined and, at times, explosive arrangements alongside polished production to create an impressive and compelling listening experience. 

Speaking about the single ‘Wasn’t Built That Way’, Jack said: “It’s a song title that speaks for itself but the song alone hinders a story that is worth searching for.” 

Stream ‘Wasn’t Built That Way’ below 


Author: Danu

Alt- Pop, Indie, New Music

Jack Hughes ‘Crossed The Line’

Alt-pop artist Jack Hughes has released his new single ‘Crossed The Line‘. This brooding and cinematic tune boasts the refined and striking musicianship of Jack Hughes. Icy keys slice through a muggy soundscape as Hughes creates a tense and enticing backdrop for his rasped vocals and eloquent lyrics “it ain’t just the cocaine, It’s the white line dividing our hope” to drift upon. The song builds in drama and excitement as Hughes blends elements of alternative rock, pop and hip hop to create an expansive sound full of vigour and grit. With heavy rhythms intensifying while warm guitars interweave between dense electronics, subtle brass elements and potent rap feature, Hughes manages to create a pulsing tune that is a joy to listen to. ‘Crossed The Line’ is a compelling powerhouse that marks Jack Hughes as an artist to keep an eye on.

 Stream ‘Crossed The Line’ below 


Author: Danu