Tokyo-based producer Initial Talk has seen their profile elevated by way of numerous remixes for an array of mega-pop artists. Namely, Kylie Minogue, Whitney Houston, Dua Lipa, Sia and Erasure among a host of others. Initial Talk’s love of retro knows no abounds. A direction he leans into more often than not when remixing as well as unleashing his own original material. Bright Light Bright Light is one such pop artist who knows this full well of Initial Talk’s music style. Having the Toyko-based producer collaborate on his own music. Bright Light Bright Light returns the favour, not only as the songwriter, also providing the vocals for the latest Initial Talk track “Bye Bye.”
As soon as I dived in on my first listen to the track. It was instantly apparent, why Initial Talk specifically went to straight to Bright Light Bright Light as the chosen collaborator. The track’s musical soundscape is so Ace of Base coded. Moreover, as a huge fan of the globally acclaimed Swedish pop group. Bright Light Bright Light was easily the obvious candidate as a featured artist.
I feel sure Rod didn’t need much convincing when being tasked to dream up either suitable lyrics when tasked to jump on “Bye Bye” as vocalist. Following the recent release of his iTunes-topping, Official UK Charts #8 placed album “Enjoy Youth.” It is fitting that Rod ventures into yet another, 90s-influenced, pop direction. This time taking on Euro-dance Rod continues with his use of uplifting lyricism evident in his album “Enjoy Youth,” the joyous feel-good allure spills over into “Bye Bye.” A track which details basking in the love light of someone special that their presence ushers previous sadness, dark clouds and negative thoughts away.
Just when I think Rod has dropped a tonne load of music, there comes along this Initial collaboration, that feels perfectly timed and so on brand with Bright Light Bright Light’s own current release cycle. What a musical landmark 2024 he is having and it wouldn’t surprise me if this trend continued throughout 2025 as well.
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