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- October 7, 2021
Everybody loves a good love song, especially when it comes from a handsome blond-eyed brunette playing guitar. “I Must Be In Love” is as sappy as it sounds, but with an edgy indie rock twist. Being the second single off Aaron Taos’ upcoming album, it showcases how this artist is capable of putting a fresh spin on a topic that’s been done time and time again. The track has a nostalgaic feeling that pulls the listener in for the ballad. Taos’ low voice with a smooth delivery is paired with airy dream pop guitar and bass melodies and a pretty bumpin’ drum set beat. It’s a sweet tune to listen to and the visual is quite tasteful to match the song’s energy.
In the visual, Taos and his bandmates take the stage with a “too cool for school” attitude. Just like the song, it starts very slow and vibey. The camera pans between each bandmate, showcasing their individual style and skills. Right when the energy starts to build up, a ballerina pops out on stage to visualize the felt crescendo of sound. By the time the last reprieve comes around, Taos is no longer chill; he is moving and wailing all over the stage in a more animated and groovy manner.
“I Must Be In Love” is a song of discovery. Rather than a direct statement, the song follows someone working through and ultimately realizing that they are in fact, in love. The verses serve as the confessional – the point where I am describing my symptoms to myself through the guise of singing to this other person. As each verse ends, the chorus comes in as the answer to the preceding ruminations. Its hook lyrics begin more unsure, “I think I’m in love,” to a bit more confidant, “I must be in love,” to the final loud begrudging acceptance, “Well fuck it, I’m in love!” I always thought that this approach to a love song would be interesting. Love is such a visceral emotion that oftentimes the physical side of us realizes we are in the throes of it quicker than our brain will admit. “I Must Be In Love” follows the head as it goes through the journey of discovering what the heart has already told itself a long time ago.
Aaron Taos on his single “I Must Be In Love”
“I Must Be In Love” is currently featured in Spotify’s Lorem playlist, which is a perfect playlist for autumn, mixed in with a solid group of other amazing folk and indie artists.
Aaron Taos is currently on tour, so make sure to catch him if he’s in your city! Tour dates, cities, venues and times below:
OCT 8 FRI
Columbus, OH @ 7:00pm
Columbus, OH, United States
OCT 9 SAT
Beachland Ballroom @ 8:00pm
Cleveland, OH, United States
OCT 10 SUN
Beat Kitchen @ 7:00pm
Chicago, IL, United States
OCT 12 TUE
Milwaukee, WI @ 8:00pm
Milwaukee, WI, United States
OCT 13 WED
Blueberry Hill @ 7:30pm
St Louis, MO, United States
OCT 15 FRI
Lincoln, NE @ 7:00pm
Lincoln, NE, United States
OCT 16 SAT
Marquis Theater @ 8:00pm
Denver, CO, United States
OCT 17 SUN
Kilby Court @ 7:00pm
Salt Lake City, UT, United States
OCT 19 TUE
The Crocodile Second Stage @ 8:00pm
Seattle, WA, United States
OCT 20 WED
Portland, OR @ 6:00pm
Portland, OR, United States
OCT 22 FRI
DNA Lounge @ 7:00pm
San Francisco, CA, United States
OCT 23 SAT
House of Blues Anaheim @ 7:00pm
Anaheim, CA, United States
OCT 24 SUN
House of Blues San Diego @ 7:00pm
San Diego, CA, United States
