EP Review: Tomi Saario – 'I Think We Need To Talk'

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Rising Finish popstar Tomi Saario explores love and heartache on new EP ‘I Think We Need To Talk’.

With a healthy dose of infectious melodies layered over sleek rhythms, ‘I Think We Need To Talk’ combines all the best of contemporary pop: Gentle, soothing vocals, catchy hooks and a heart-on-sleeve lyricism that is immediately addictive. “You believe in love at first sight? I think I might,” Tomi sings on high energy confessional ‘Someone Like You’ and, in one swift motion, wins hearts across the globe with his smooth charm, not to forget the honey-coated vocals.

But ‘I Think We Need To Talk’ is more than swoon central. Latest single ‘I Wanna Be Your James Dean’ and title track ‘I Think We Need To Talk’ speak of Tomi’s versatile sonic palette that allows him to create immersive soundscapes infused with both, groovy basslines and resonant beats. In other words: everything you need for a little bedroom rave.

In equal amounts catchy and immersive, ‘I Think We Need To Talk’ is a soaring piece of art, a brilliant take on pop, and a stunning debut that puts Tomi Saario on the map as an exciting voice to look out for. Whether you’re looking for a sweet escape or a summer soundtrack, this EP has it all.

Words by Laura Freyaldenhoven