Fusing the past and present with an infectious melodic energy and amazing performance…

“Who Needs Who” was released onto all digital platforms on April 11th, evoking nostalgia, blending the energy from the 90s with modern and current musicality…and it does it effortlessly…and very naturally.

“Who Needs Who” has some of the most exhilarating guitar riffs and soaring guitar solos, and instantly body-moving drum beats…all the song’s elements work perfectly together complementing Noon’s captivating vocals.

The song drops with a lyric video on YouTube that showcases the infectious spirit of the song…marking Noon’s artistic commitment to pushing boundaries through the audio and visual mediums.

Nick Noon is a rising multi-genre artist, singer, multi-instrumentalist, and songwriter from Nashville and has been making his mark for quite some time, generating waves in the music world.

He is known for his emotion-evoking sound and relatable style that springs from his life experiences

Nick’s musicality is on another level, making him one of the most unique musical figures in the scene today…and “Who Needs Who” is-I gotta say-one big musical milestone…a must-listen experience…in fact, go check it out right now.

Wishing all the best and for more success to come for Nick.

Cheers!

Hailing from Nashville, Tennessee, Nick seems to distance himself as far as he can from the usual musical tropes which immediately come to mind when we say Nashville. Explosive guitar solos, Soul-heavy arrangements, and gut-wrenching blues are nowhere in sight, instead we get passionate, grand, yet introspective music that channels classic icons of quintessentially British music, such as Joy Division, Oasis, and Queen, in a short EP that’s dense in talent for arranging, songwriting, and storytelling. 

Jam-packed with memorable singing, Nick Noon is certainly a name that will continue to grow with time, his flair for singing with soul and intention, for writing subtle and mature strings, and for brilliant, reflective, and relatable lyricisms are all mainstays throughout this release, coupled with his songwriting talent that results in 4 songs that are miles apart in direction, yet incredibly cohesive is sound and feel are all things that display a capable artist who’s in total control of his artistic craft. 

Costumes is hypnotic and driving, in a way punk, calling to mind Joy Division with their sophisticated punk sound. A prominent string section lends this song a cinematic edge, and the horns are there to add drama and panache. The massive roominess, courtesy of an incredibly beautiful production job, and wonderful mastering done by the talented Brian Lucey is an element that effortlessly gives this EP its very special and grandiose feel. When The Chariot Calls is short and charismatic, reminding me of a tighter and less aggressive Kasabian, with its catchy, easy-to-follow progressions, the memorable, nasal singing voice. Warm acoustic guitar sounds beautiful tastefully coupled with dramatic strings, a rich and prominent organ, and a sweet, bright piano riff in the outro. Bring Out The Sunshine is the pairing between Elbow and Queen that I never knew I needed. The simplistic, straightforward melodies, and hypnotic repetition that call to mind outstanding Elbow songs such as The Birds or On A Day Like This is paired with Queen’s grandiose and drama filled choirs harmonies, stadium-sized chants, and syncopated composition where the drums play a pivotal role in controlling the pace. The closer Grant Me Speed has a beautiful Gospel-like choir section in the chorus, and with its melancholic piano against wailing strings, it’s a song that continues to take this album into brand new territories with each new song.

Nick Noon’s A Jejune Affair is professional, artful, cinematic, and effortless. An album by an artist whose confidence and talent are always proudly displayed, and from now, I’ll be on the lookout for more releases from him, with anticipation to see which styles he will explore down the road.

The mellow violins and acoustic guitar intro of “Bring Out The Sunshine” promises an uplifting colorful tune, and -spoiler alert- that’s precisely what Nick Noon delivers. Noon’s warm soothing voice takes you on a chilling journey, strongly backed by progressing diverse instrumentations with perfect layering and mixing. I loved the verse’s pace and groove, although I wished it would’ve lasted a little bit longer to create more build-up for that extremely catchy chorus. “Bring Out The Sunshine” has a beautiful smooth progression, and its sound keeps on getting bigger and catchier with rocking guitar solos, marching drum beats, soft heartfelt piano, singalong sections, and theatrical orchestrations, all within a solid coherent structure with Nick Noon’s consistent vocal melody keeping it all together. 

Nick Noon’s seasoned writing skills appear clearly as he carefully crafts “Bring Out The Sunshine” ‘s sound, he skillfully mixes instruments’ melodies and arrangements to create the charming, heart-hitting mood he desires. Adding his sweet vocal skills to the mix, Noon achieved the optimum engaging vibes that can easily get you hooked. Looking forward to more from Nick Noon, keep on rocking man, cheers!

The Nashville, Tennessee-based singer/songwriter and multi-instrumentalist, Nick Noon, is an artist who doesn’t produce music to make a fuss. He’s rather the kind of artist that puts his heart and soul into what he does, so the fuzz will be made on its own, as the result of his authentic, unlikely-to-be-found-anywhere-else music will resonate.

“Costumes” is an honest witness that can seal the truth about Nick Noon’s abilities. It’s hard to identify where the biggest attraction comes from! The brilliant lyricism? The mashed style of songwriting? What about the baritone vocals? Or the addictive instrumentation? With every listen, I say it’s got to be “something” that stands out here, and then in the next one, I’m like, “no, it’s something else.” But the thing is, each element shines equally and contributes to giving the song its organic feel and delivering the significant message.

The five-minute work of art, “Costumes,” starts off with a cinematic intro that makes you feel you’re participating in a classy dance in a movie. Soon, a serious rock flare dominates the air. Once the vocals and the rest of the instruments enter, the song goes on and it’s impossible to resist its full power.

The song illustrates our reality. How the world is driving us to follow its catalogue and how we are letting it do so. The realistic lyrics are written with an artistic dress to showcase how our true nature fades and we are trying so hard to fit in because, “Costumes make us feel woke.”

The orchestral set boosts the feeling of being in a vintage era’s dancing evening. The ecstatic musical composition gives chills along with the rich, melodic vocals and harmonic backing vocals. The violin, viola, and cello with the tambourine sound tense and give a nostalgic vibe, while the passionate drums and progressive riffs make one feel zealous as much as their jumpy lines. It’s all structured to give you a euphoric feel while the lyrical theme slowly grasps your sensibility.

The narrative/lyric music video works on adding sophistication to the song, providing the sonic divinity with pure visual bliss. It complements the concept of giving both nostalgic and contemporary flavors in one act. With the video being the last component of this musical saga, it leaves you with an overwhelming feeling and a thought of how something sounded like it was well-thought-off and how it was wildly falling into place. Either way, it’s liberating to hear it! Like you can’t finally rip off your costume and just be. 

“Costumes” was freshly released on October 21st, and it’s a great teaser for what’s to come in the forthcoming EP “A Jejune Affair.” I’ll definitely add it to my playlist till the rest of the EP comes out.