Rating: 4 out of 5.
An utterly irresistible funk/pop creation that’ll have you experiencing a whirlwind of emotions.
Jet Vesper is a multi-talented singer-songwriter and producer. As “one of NME’s 100 essential new artists,” the singer has been labeled “a slick take on ’70s funk. Vesper’s music is destined to slip down as smoothly as its cocktail namesake, and leave you just as woozy.” His “intimate and funky sound” has been referred to as “Curtis Mayfield meeting Daft Punk in 2040.” More recently, Jet Vesper teamed up with New Orleans native Daron., a funk artist, singer-songwriter, and producer who “blends a combination of soul, funk, jazz, R&B, and hip hop into a new and authentic sound.” Together, the pair created the funk/pop single “Punching Up.”
With a mesmerizing blend of funky, soul-stirring beats and evocative tones, “Punching Up” provides the perfect, dance-inducing backdrop to complement the song’s emotional exploration. Lyrics like “Lola, I came on strong like cherry cola, I got hit with some karma, woke up alone in Barcelona” and “I could be wrong, but I thought that we started something; I thought you felt the same, even though I’m punching up” reflect the internal conflict that comes with experiencing one-sided love. Fueled by its sweet, sensual soundscape and a wonderfully euphoric vibe, Jet Vesper and Daron. gift us with an utterly irresistible funk/pop creation that will have you experiencing a whirlwind of emotions. So press play and immerse yourself in all the magical elements of “Punching Up.”
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