Brand new single from Gregory Bratton

Gregory Bratton is a singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist who grew up in the coalfields of southern West Virginia. After developing his sonic talents at Berklee College of Music in Boston, where he studied songwriting and guitar performance, he’s since been on an exciting musical adventure as a solo artist. Now based in historic downtown Savannah in Georgia, Gregory has spent years bringing to life his original sound, delivering music that’s struck a chord with listeners around the world.

First sharing his studio sound in 2008, he dropped his debut record, 40 Acres, which he’s since followed up with a further six full-length records, forming an extensive catalogue that flows across alternative, indie, rock, pop and folk stylings. He’s just released his brand new seventh LP, Love Like an Arcade, an entirely self-created project that saw Gregory write, play all the instruments and produce the album entirely himself.

Having previously used programmed drums on his releases, he’s more recently started playing the instrument himself to be able to handle every aspect of forming his own sonic vision. Now brings us his single “The Girl Says She’s Fine” lifted from the release, a track that perfectly captures Gregory’s blend of humour and sharp storytelling.

Sitting somewhere between early Van Halen and Fall Out Boy, the track plays with the well-known position of miscommunication in relationships; the classic scenario of a clueless guy taking his girlfriend’s frustrated “I’m fine” at face value. Recorded at his personal studio, Pigeon Spaceship Studios, T”he Girl Says She’s Fine” serves up a bright pop rock jam full of grooving rhythm and infectious melodic writing.

Opened by the crunch of lightly gritty guitar twangs, Gregory’s expressive voice enters to spin catchy leads spinning lighthearted lyricism above. Cut with intricate lead guitar licks and carried by the steady snap of drums, soft synth touches add a nostalgic haze before the chorus arrives to lay down instantly memorable hooks and slick lead guitar flickers.

It’s a superb showcase of Gregory Bratton’s playful songwriting and stellar instrumental and vocal talents, wrapped up in a charming pop-focused rock sound that deftly balances classic rock n’ roll influences with a modern aesthetic. As he shares more of his compelling artistic output on his musical journey, Gregory Bratton is sure to continue going from strength to strength as an enduring songwriter and performer.

Listen to The Girl Says She’s Fine below

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