A single with an unforgettable flair, Michael Fordays’s latest release is an outstanding piece of alternative rock that exudes with presence that makes it effortlessly leave a lasting impact.
Based in Los Angeles, Michael Fordays is a singer and songwriter whose authenticity shines readily through with each chord change and melodic line. ‘The Odds of Magic’ is a sweetly written tune with a mesmerizing mix of styles. From surf to indie, from latin to alternative, ‘The Odds of Magic’ showcases a novel approach to writing and arranging that makes it an instantly interesting listen.
Defined by Fordays’s guitars, the song’s extremely rich arrangement bustles with a booming bass line, a creamy, overdriven rhythm guitar part, a syncopated beat, and chord sequences that are open ended and full of personality. Forday’s vocals might just be the most entertaining part about this busy listen. Quirky and inquisitive, Forday’s double and triple tracked vocal parts end up sound cacophonous and engulfing, and with the lush guitars and syncopation in the beat, ‘The Odds of Magic’ is a very involved and intricate listen that is calculated to perfection.
Recorded at Dave Klein Recording Studio, Michael Fordays’s ‘The Odds of Magic’ features a terrific mix that sees all the song’s infinitely nuanced lines come together rather beautifully, resulting in a fulfilling listen that is a testament to Forday’s uniqueness and wide array of musical gifts.
