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IN REVIEW
LUKE SPILLER
Love Will Probably Kill Me Before Cigarettes and Wine
Courtesy of Big Machine Rock
"Underneath the theatrical sparkle, there is real substance and depth to the album."
Luke Spiller is best known to many as the frontman for British rockers The Struts; however, Luke has been working away on his debut solo album, 'Love Will Probably Kill Me Before Cigarettes and Wine', and that hard work has most definitely paid off.
The 10-track album is carefully curated with romantic, occasionally melancholic tracks nestled perfectly alongside larger-than-life theatrical performances, including the album's namesake and lead single, 'Love Will Probably Kill Me Before Cigarettes and Wine', which wouldn't be out of place as part of a cinematic soundtrack. When reading about the track, there were references to this sounding like a James Bond score, and I have to agree; it would make a cracking choice for a Bond movie.
Underneath the theatrical sparkle, there is real substance and depth to the album. Luke's ability to write lyrics that really hit hard is evident in 'The Ending Is Always The Same', which is a song that will connect with people on an emotional level as well as being incredibly catchy. The song already has a celebrity endorsement, with the video for this track featuring the legend that is Noel Fielding.
The stripped-back acoustic sound of 'She's Just Like California' really showcases the subtle nuances in Luke's voice that set him apart from the crowd. The song is so chilled and laid back; it really is a great tune to relax to, in true contrast to the opening track 'Devil In Me', which has some incredibly powerful, gritty vocals from Luke, just another example of his vocal flexibility.
Spiller worked on the album with renowned producer Jon Levine (Sabrina Carpenter, Dua Lipa, Drake) and guitarist/producer Jason Faulkner (St. Vincent, Air, Beck), and I think it is fair to say that they have created a stunning debut album that Luke should be very proud of.
The album is available wherever you get your music from Friday, 25th of April.
The 10-track album is carefully curated with romantic, occasionally melancholic tracks nestled perfectly alongside larger-than-life theatrical performances, including the album's namesake and lead single, 'Love Will Probably Kill Me Before Cigarettes and Wine', which wouldn't be out of place as part of a cinematic soundtrack. When reading about the track, there were references to this sounding like a James Bond score, and I have to agree; it would make a cracking choice for a Bond movie.
Underneath the theatrical sparkle, there is real substance and depth to the album. Luke's ability to write lyrics that really hit hard is evident in 'The Ending Is Always The Same', which is a song that will connect with people on an emotional level as well as being incredibly catchy. The song already has a celebrity endorsement, with the video for this track featuring the legend that is Noel Fielding.
The stripped-back acoustic sound of 'She's Just Like California' really showcases the subtle nuances in Luke's voice that set him apart from the crowd. The song is so chilled and laid back; it really is a great tune to relax to, in true contrast to the opening track 'Devil In Me', which has some incredibly powerful, gritty vocals from Luke, just another example of his vocal flexibility.
Spiller worked on the album with renowned producer Jon Levine (Sabrina Carpenter, Dua Lipa, Drake) and guitarist/producer Jason Faulkner (St. Vincent, Air, Beck), and I think it is fair to say that they have created a stunning debut album that Luke should be very proud of.
The album is available wherever you get your music from Friday, 25th of April.
Photo Credit to Joseph Lynn