The world recognized Years and Years on their first UK chart-topping single, “King.” However, they started way before the release of the famous single.
Years and Years are composed of the trio Olly Alexander, Mikey Goldsworthy, and Emre Turkmen with Olly Alexander serving as the vocalist. Initially composed of five people, the group was founded in London with their music heavily oriented in electronica with touches of R&B and other elements here and there.
Only three of them remained, however, when they signed under Kitsuné Records, a French label, last 2013 with past members Noel Leeman and Olivier Suburbia no longer part of the group.
Before signing, and since signing under a recording label, Years and Years already produced EPs and singles with some charting while some did not. It was a rough path since their formation in 2010, yet the quintet turned trio-composed group most likely got an understanding that paths leading to success are mostly more than a little bumpy.
In 2015, years of drive and hard work were reaped when they first got their name listed on the top when their single, “King,” charted number one in the UK Singles Chart. Brewing in the underbelly of mainstream music, Years and Years got their talent recognized worldwide, winning and receiving applause along the way.
While it is an undeniable that “King” was their breakthrough, the following single lifted off of their debut album Communion was the one to hammer the nails instating them permanently in their current position.
The track, entitled “Shine,” gives us a list of reasons on why these guys will have the sun “shining” in their career path for “years and years” only if the streaks the like of this song is not broken.
“Shine” will always bow down to their previous single “King” when it comes to charting position. However, there is a certain allure their latest track is packing, which makes it hard not to fall to.
Years and years went easy and a little bit subtle compared to their last track. On the outer shell, you will notice how it is an easy to digest danceable pop music, which will have you belting out the chorus together with Alexander. Yet, beneath the instant charm is the reason why “Shine” got us in a hook (and probably our playlist in a loop).
The excellent instrumental, played by Goldworthy and Turkmen set the foundation for the song.
However, it is with Alexander’s raw vocals that had us stopping (or bopping) when it comes up on a radio.
Alexander has sung with vulnerability, while still delivering each notes with power. The track was built up on emotion helping retain the rough edges of Alexander’s vocals, making it as natural as possible despite of synth-heavy production.
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