Let us talk about a record that brings back the raw joy of old school rock and roll. DownTown Mystic just dropped a new tune called Maybe Love’s A Crime, and it has been on heavy rotation around here all week. You can tell right away this track comes from people who know how to play together in a room.
The rhythm section locks in tighter than a vintage denim jacket from the first beat. Drummer Steve Holley and bassist Paul Page laid down this classic shuffle groove in one single take and that kind of live energy is hard to find on modern recordings. Robert Allen had a choice to make regarding the tempo direction, and a nod toward vintage Dion vibes turned out to be the exact right call. Meanwhile, keyboardist Jeff Levine jumps in with a piano performance that feels timeless and effortless.
Everything sounds warm and lived in, carrying that classic roots rock spirit. It has punch, soul, and a whole lot of swagger. If you appreciate honest instrumentation and great songwriting, do yourself a favor and check out what they are doing. Go give them a follow on Instagram to see what comes next.
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