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Marseille, France-based rock band RedLight, formed in 2007, makes a roaring statement in their latest single, "Idea of Mine." Arriving as an excellent precursor of what to expect from the album. The track provides a straight gateway into the band's diverse DNA that sees them blend everything from Pearl Jam's gritty rock handwriting right through to Beastie Boys' genre-defying dynamisms, via The Cure & The Prodigy.
You can see RedLight has mastered the art of combining guitar-driven rock with melody-oriented sensibilities. The recording and mixing, done entirely in their home studio by Dapé, has an intimate edge that is crafted as a nod to the DIY spirit that has guided the band since Crash System Control. There's a real feeling of liberation to this one, the track eases back and forth between razor-sharp guitar hooks and heartfelt melodic layers, sticking with you at an emotional level even after your speakers cease to vibrate.
"Idea of Mine" is way more of a song than a single. It's an open invitation into RedLight's creative universe. They have shown an ability to build on diverse influences and weave them into a sound that is uniquely their own, progressively improving this identity with each new release. For those who like their rock at the cutting edge, then this is the place for you, and if this is your first time here, then before long, you'll be calling it home, as these songs may challenge but also enrapture with that little bit of magic that makes them stick.
RedLight proves why they've stayed relevant in the French rock scene for almost 20 years now with their latest release, a commitment to innovation, an appreciation for music making, and a bold DIY attitude. As the next album looms, "Idea of Mine" is a high bar to set, suggesting that when it does finally arrive in full, it will be an outspoken and memorable journey.
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