Mark Bryan – “Ain’t Nothin’ Better” (song review)

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Mark BryanThe grammy-award-winning singer-songwriter, lead guitarist and co-founder of Hootie and the Pufferfishwill soon release his new single “There is nothing better”, on July 19. The track is from his upcoming album, Bangedwill be released this fall on Vere Music.

“Ain’t Nothin’ Better” follows “For you my friend” And “Roll out.” All three titles appear on BangedBryan’s fifth solo album, which covers the musical spectrum of Americana, folk ballads, Caribbean-inspired pop, doo-wop and heavy rock.

Bryan explains:

“My heart and soul are in the creative process. The songs come from God knows where. You feel that something is happening, you get a vision of it and then you implement it.”

Hootie & The Blowfish were formed in 1986 and have sold over 26 million records in the US, including their 1994 album, Broken rear viewand hit singles like “Hold my hand”, “Let them cry,” And “Just want to be with you”, all co-authored by Mark Bryan.

Mark Bryan, photo by Jonathan Boncek Photography

“Ain’t Nothing Better” begins with a rich a cappella vocal and develops into a catchy tune that mixes touches of pop and Americana. A sparkling piano and twangy guitars give the tune a gentle, charming swing, which is topped off by Bryan’s slightly raspy, dreamy vocals. A gentle, piano-driven bridge leads into another round of lush a cappella harmonies accompanied by finger snaps.

Drenched in deep, bubbling surfaces, “Ain’t Nothing’ Better” conveys a liquid feel-good factor that is pleasantly seductive.

Duration: 3:15
Release date: July 19, 2024
Record label: Vere Music