The rich harmonies of The Association, the narrative soul of Carole King, and the burnished soft-rock shimmer of America; "You Gotta Know" by Collaborations is a reminder that music isn't just entertaining; it moves us, pushes us, and sometimes even wakes us up. "You Gotta Know" follows the group's debut album, "Songs of the Heart," and it sounds like a step up, not just musically, but also thematically, where their previous output has mined love and contemplation.
The latest recording from the wellspring of creativity that is Ed Daniels (Collaborations proprietor) is a radiant blast from the past that still feels vibrant, urgent, and inescapably today. Co-written by Daniels with Anais Preller, who also delivers a powerhouse, emotionally driven performance behind the microphone, "You Gotta Know" is more than a tip of the hat to the past but a call to arms. This is the song you're shouting back at, calling you to question the status quo and take action. That sentiment, combined with its evergreen melodic structure, lends the song both heart and backbone.
Recorded at Horizon Music Group in West Haven, CT., the song features the vintage heat of raw instruments and live musicians at play. Every layer, from the guitar licks to the background harmonies and more, feels lovingly placed under the production direction of Vic Steffens. The production, arranged by Matt Oestreicher, complements the track without overshadowing the song's central message. In a world where everything is increasingly slick digital production, this release stands for sincerity and purpose.
"You Gotta Know" also features a very stacked lineup of talent: Grammy-winning bassist Scott Spray lays down his signature groove, the instrumental work of Tim DeHuff and Tommy Naggy flesh fill in the little details, and longtime Collaborations family members Kevin Monroe and Simone Brown, along with the Devotion team, bring their soulful element to this hit mix. "You Gotta Know" is more than a song; it's a message steeped in memories and pushed along by a powerhouse team of musical talent who stand for something real.
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