Indie Rock from Joel Sammut

Australian singer-songwriter and producer, Joel Sammut, brings us his latest release with a new grooving indie rock track “Trouble,” which showcases his unique blend of contemporary sounds and heartfelt lyrics. The song takes inspiration from pioneering artists such as Tame Impala, David Bowie, and Cocorosie, and delves into the theme of risky love. The sizzling rhythm and layered experimental guitar sounds throughout the single are reminiscent of early 90’s grunge style, laced with interchanging early 80s and 90s-inspired hip hop beats.

Joel’s love for music and experimentation is evident in “Trouble.” The lyrics constantly juxtapose each other with various tones and repetitive feelings, emphasising how themes of love and trouble are often intertwined.

The song starts with a positive sentiment about love, with Joel repeating “I’ll get a love like that, dancing and living heart attack” twice in the first verse. The chorus then switches to a mysterious conversation between two friends, “Oh yeah, hot damn, Do you think it’s risky, Trouble man.” This stark contrast of emotions conveys the excitement and uncertainty of falling for someone and reflects the often conflicting, rollercoaster of feelings in such moments.

The synth solo towards the end of the track sees the artist take cues from American Indie Rock outfit Cocorosie and was recorded on a Cat Keyboard Kids Toy that Joel had sampled. This demonstrates his ability to incorporate unique sounds and elements into his music and talent for using unexpected instruments to bring to fruition his highly original sonic vision.

The single was produced in just under two days, with Joel adding a beat to the song first, then the bass line and lastly began adding in the verses and switch-ups. This quick production process highlights his ability to quickly conceptualise and capture exciting music on the fly.

Overall, “Trouble” showcases Joel Sammut’s versatility as an artist, and his ability to craft emotionally charged music that blends different genres and styles. With a unique mix of contemporary sounds and heartfelt lyrics, this track is sure to resonate with audiences of all ages and backgrounds. His love for experimentation and incorporation of unconventional sounds make his music fresh and timeless, and we’re very excited to see what he will bring to the table next!

Listen to Trouble below