It was all for the love of R&B and musicianship. and waking up with coffee and getting to work at 10 p.m. We would be finishing our tequilas at 10 a.m. “We effortlessly moved from the dance floor to the studio. “I spent two years jamming in what often felt like a musician’s paradise,” Bridges said in a statement. It features appearances from Terrace Martin, Robert Glasper, and Ink. The album was executive-produced by Bridges and Ricky Reed, and produced by Reed and Nate Mercereau. Gold-Diggers Sound, Bridges’ third album, dropped earlier this summer. The video for the romantic track was directed by the famed artist and musician, Anderson. The musicians collaborated for the In Memoriam segment of the evening to pay tribute to those who died in the last year, including Alex Trebek, Cicely Tyson, Larry King, Jessica Walter, Norm Macdonald, and Michael K. Bridges, who will release his forthcoming LP, Gold-Diggers Sound, on July 23 via Columbia, released the record’s first single, Motorbike, and corresponding music video today. The appearance comes a few days after Bridges teamed up with Jon Batiste to perform a powerful rendition of “River,” from Bridges’ 2015 album Coming Home, at the Emmys. Accompanied by his live band and two back-up singers, Bridges gave a smooth-talking, sultry performance of the track. Check out our previous Picks of the Week here, and make sure to tune in to WERS 88.Leon Bridges appeared on The Late Show to perform his song “Motorbike,” off the singer’s recent album Gold-Digger Sound. If you're interested in seeing Leon Bridges perform live, you're in luck! Boston is listed as a stop on his upcoming tour, although the date is yet to be determined.Įvery Monday, our music staff brings you a new Pick of The Week, detailing some of our favorite songs. Considering how long the album has been in the works, I am even more excited to see what it has in store. studio where he spent two years living and creating music. The rest of Gold-Diggers Sound will be released on July 23rd. The drama-filled video contrasts with the relaxing and innocent nature of the song but ultimately adds dimension. In a tragic twist, the operation goes awry and the girl accidentally shoots Bridges. In the final scene, the couple attempt to rob a diner. Later, the plot thickens as they practice using a gun and seem to be planning something. They are seen blissfully riding away on his motorbike, dancing and exchanging sweet gestures. Beginning clips show a loving relationship between Bridges and his girlfriend. The music video that accompanies the song was directed by rapper Anderson. "Motorbike" is the perfect feel-good song for the summer. Sonically, there is a steady beat throughout with looping drums and dreamy synth undertones. With smooth and soulful vocals, he sings about wanting to take off with his girl "on the back of motorbike." It is clear that he would do anything to make her happy and lyrics like "lovers in another life, let me remind you" paint a timeless kind of love. In an interview, Leon Bridges said he wrote the song about "living in the moment and escaping with someone." This theme is captured perfectly by both the lyrics and sound. The album is already off to a strong start with two singles out, including the catchy "Motorbike."ĭIVING INTO THE LYRICS AND SOUND OF "MOTORBIKE" Texan soul singer Leon Bridges has put in a mid-year contender for track and video combination of 2021 with the mesmerising Motorbike. He's also gearing up for the release of his third studio album, Gold-Diggers Sound. Hes got a silky voice that effortlessly dances around the smooth, retro tunes that have made him a star over the course of his last three. Having hailed from Fort Worth, Bridges will represent the artistic legacy of his home state for the next year and tour with the Texas Commission of the Arts. In his music, Leon Bridges exudes an easy confidence. In May, he was named this year's State Musician of Texas by the state legislature. By Nora Onanian, Web Services CoordinatorĢ021 might just be Leon Bridges' biggest year yet.
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