Sons Of The East - 'Nothing Comes Easy'

Sons Of The East hold on to hope on feel-good single, ‘Nothing Comes Easy’

Sons Of The East are telling us outright that ‘Nothing Comes Easy’ which is maybe 99% true because ironically, there’s something that does come easy, and that’s listening to ‘Nothing Comes Easy’. The track opens with an simplistic guitar rhythm that lets the vocal lead the song and provides a mellow, soulful atmosphere. But this isn’t just any old vocal. The soulful gravel to the vocal makes it sound so good I just want to eat it. That’s not something I’ve ever said before, but it’s out there now and I won’t take it back… It’s how I feel ok!

Actually, these guys should be called SUNS Of The East because this is a scorching indie folk meets sophisticated soft rock sound which leaves its listener basking in the band’s glow. Sons Of The East build the song up and also strip things back, teasing warm shimmery textures throughout the piece which gives a pleasant dreamy sensation. Sure, the song is called ‘Nothing Comes Easy’ but this is an upbeat and optimistic track, encouraging its listener to work for what they want and not lose faith when times get tough. This is the perfect pick-me-up song for anyone finding themselves in a bit of a slump.

Words of Karla Harris