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Turkey The Bird - Single Review: Everybody Needs A Little Sunshine

01 Oct 2020 // A review by Chris Chick
I was promised a happy little number when handed this assignment, and I was not let down, I think happy might be an understatement, elated, ecstatic, maybe even nirvanic, which I believe is a word I just made up. This is a timely release what with summer banging on the door, a great reminder to us all to put a smile on our faces, and be thankful for the simple things in life, like a little sunshine, especially if you are on the West Coast of the South Island, according to the rumours.


Everybody Needs A Little Sunshine
by Turkey The Bird starts off just how you would expect it to, with a very melodic harmony that sets the scene nicely for the listener to fall back into their bottom dwelling of choice to rest that posterior. For me, a good up beat song should set the scene as early as possible to allow the listener to become acquainted to the ride ahead. I love the transition to the chorus, the mix of the bass, subtle drumming and the ever present joyous sound of the banjo, complementing each other to really lift the song to a new level of loveliness.

The only part of this song that I became flat on, was the ending, the song just finishes without any warning, I was almost anticipating a big crescendo, to such an uplifting song, but it never came. This is really a minor blip on a fantastic little number that makes me yearn for a good old fashioned road trip to beaches and wonderful sunsets.

I can sincerely say, you will not regret taking 3 minutes of your time to listen to this, and definitely will not regret parting with some of your cash to assure this bad boy is in your musical collection. Actually, this song is so good, it could have done with another 2 minutes to satisfy my sunshine loving, happy head bobbing Kiwi existence. It goes without saying that this song is a wonderful mood changer, and really does have a special vibe to it for everyone to enjoy, even the Slayer types, who need a time to relax and unwind.

This is a definite 4 out 5 stars for me, and a definite buy for everyone’s music collection.

Rating: ( 4 / 5 )
 

About Turkey The Bird

Turkey The Bird is New Zealand's answer to 'Simon & Garfunkel' if '&' was a musician too.

Catchy folk songs with stunning rich melodies and effortless smooth lyrics. Songs that tell uplifting stories about love and life.


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Releases

Men, Fish, Boat
Year: 2024
Type: Album
When Turkeys Fly
Year: 2022
Type: Album
Turkey The Bird
Year: 2021
Type: Album

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