Canadian Folk Group The Franklin Electric released a new EP, Something More. The themes are soul-searching, hope and self-love.
The music is Singer/Songwriter (Folk & Pop). The musicians on the EP are phenomenal, creating harmonious beats and rhythms. Each tune has its own phenomenal blend of Folk and Pop.
The EP features fantastic semi-fast beats, with especially smooth transitions from slow to fast tempos (and vice versa). There’s A Fire has a lovely semi-fast beat with a bold sound. The guitar playing fast creates suspense and excitement- it’s impressive. The tempo changes are smooth. The song Roses has a dynamic beat that creates suspense. It has a Red Hot Chilli Peppers vibe. There’s a nostalgic vibe that slowly evolves into a bold tempo change, representing moving on. The guitar played in this tune complements that sense of suspense and excitement. You Don’t Belong Here is a cosy tune with a smooth rhythm. It reminds me of David Bowie’s single Space Oddity (the 1972 version). The way Jon Matte plays guitar in this piece reminds me of someone playing the instrument sitting by a campfire.
There are beautiful ballads on this record. Something More has calming music. It starts slow and gradually builds up, just like in a story. The rhythm is nice and wavy, representing life’s ups and downs. The tune features a beautiful composition. Can’t Find Your Way Out has an edgy beat but with a smooth rhythm, creating a contemplative vibe. The guitar feels soulful, reminding me of 70s Folk music. Bones to Ashes, Dark to Light has a beautiful Folk sound with a relaxing guitar beat. The vibe feels calm and cosy.
The music is phenomenal, with beautiful, intricate compositions. The songs have their unique vibe, each with music that complements each story.
Jon Matte’s voice is husky. He sounds soulful, with a soft and low tone. His vocal style is rich in rhythm and intricacy.
The EP has beautiful, poetic songs full of depth, love, self-love, and hope, with a soulful meaning. Each piece is well-written and from the heart.
Many songs have philosophical or spiritual meaning. There’s A Fire is a profound metaphor about contemplation, passion, and growth. It conveys a deep message that everything happens for a reason. It’s all interconnected with a big-picture vibe. There’s a beautiful sense of hope and determination. It’s full of incredible symbolism, including the fire in one’s soul and the changing of the seasons. It’s incredibly poetic.
Something More is a sweet song about soul-searching and doing inner work. It’s also about dreaming big and questioning oneself from time to time, not out of doubt but to understand life and the world.
Can’t Find Your Way Out is a poetic song about mistakes and the challenge of trying to fix everything, but there’s also hope that everything will be okay. It teaches a beautiful lesson to have faith and to never give up.
Bones to Ashes, Dark to Light is a lovely representation of life and constant change. It also portrays shifts in mindset. The song is full of incredible metaphors, such as the voice of reason and ghosts. It’s a profound, spiritual piece.
The piece Roses is a lovely tune about how life goes on no matter what, a love that evolves, and moving on. It also conveys, in depth, the initial shock of the lies one has been told for so long. It beautifully represents a bold shift in perspective through focus and priorities.
You Don’t Belong Here is a heartfelt song that conveys the message that something better is on the way. It’s not rude, contrary to the impression that some might have.
The lyrics are poetic, each telling a profound story with beautiful depth, written with heart and soul.
The EP Something More is available.
