Anuther Sunny Hulliday

Anuther Sunny Hulliday by MICK J. CLARK explores the idyllic concept of escaping with loved ones on a summer holiday. The misspelt title reflects the British charm at the core of this track’s identity. Hailing from England, the CLARK is very much aware of the bleak, every-day, monotonous routine of UK life and weather. I think some of the excitement to escape that cycle is infused in the energy of this track. The aspect of the song that first stood out to me was the fast drumming. Establishing this high-register tapping, the speed of it almost recreates that sense of butterflies in your stomach as you anticipate joy. It perfectly captures that sense of adventure and broken routine that sums up the joy of holidays. It works beautifully with the bass guitar.

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The lower end of the song’s register is owned by this bass, which runs up and down the track’s melodic identity, fleshing out an entirely different aspect to the sonic tapestry of the track and providing a rich textural diversity that improves it overall. The timbre is generally shiny and bright throughout so the contrast of this rhythmic, dark, bounce of the bass is a much needed addition that improves the piece melodically while also interacting with the rhythm. The counter rhythm adds a layer of complexity to the piece that makes you want to tap your foot as a listener. Another unexpected aspect is the orchestral strings that come in throughout the track. The song feels like a classic rock-pop anthem for all the family yet this orchestral influence heightens that tone slightly, adding a more dramatic and exciting angle to the project. The strings soar above the rest of the composition, building further into this energy of excitement about a holiday but in a more cinematic yet subtle way than I expected from the rock-pop genre. This piece is a fun and light hearted anthem about the escapism of holidays. It maintains that theme while also having some surprisingly detailed and engaging sonic attributes that play into that narrative and heighten its sound.