Nowhere I’d Rather Be EP Review

It’s easy to see why London based Kiwi rockers, Melic have opted ‘Nowhere I’d Rather Be’ for their first single off their upcoming third EP, also named ‘Nowhere I’d Rather Be’. The first thing that catches your attention is the simple but infectious soft hook, laden with melody, that gives way to some catchy strong vocals, from vocalist and guitarist, Mark Hitchcock. It’s instant head nodding stuff that cements their craft as a band and also their musical influences.

The second track, ‘Followers’ has a very bassy intro, with a nod to their funk roots and a strong kiwi summer vibe which draws you in. A really nice chilled out number with a surprising edge in change of tempo mid-way through with a neat guitar solo for good measure, guaranteed to keep your toe tapping.

‘Cemetery’ is up next, and probably the softest song on the EP, with acoustic and piano accompaniment embellishing Mark’s beautiful vocals.

To round everything off, the last track, ‘Tomorrow We Roll’ is a definite favourite, with a rock n roll, bluesy jam type number, with a very jazzy feel to it, that just makes you marvel at how polished it all comes together and works in such a unique way.

Exciting things to come for these guys, watch this space!