Life imitates art; art imitates life. This concept can often stare creatives in the face as an unsurmountable obstacle as they grapple with making something original and true to themselves. Sometimes this feeling can be overwhelming, bringing one’s inspiration to a standstill resulting in the dreaded writer’s block. It’s this inner conflict that sits at the heart of John Tibbits‘ latest single ‘Everything in the Wrong Place’. It’s a powerful indie-rock anthem with undertones of Britpop songwriting and a hearty production courtesy of Mercury-nominated Andy Ross.
In keeping with the punchy and unfiltered instrumentation, Tibbits delivers his poignantly honest lyrics that reminds one of the futility and temporality of life. As he sings in that brooding tone, “oh remembrance is short-lived, here and then gone.” Some listeners might take this for a morose message, but the songwriter gives us an opportunity to shift this perspective. Tibbits encourages you to steer away from the tedious and long process of nurturing a concept without bringing it into realisation.
This idea of taking that leap is brought into the song’s construction. The more withdrawn verses, built on synths and drum loops, explode into passionate full band chorus. This becomes even more potent in the burning crescendo that breaks out at the 2:08 minute mark; imparting even more of that burgeoning emotion into the fabric of the song.
‘Everything in the Wrong Place’ might come as a surprise to listeners used to John Tibbits‘ former folky style, but for us, this release is a huge step forward for this promising British name.
You can also listen to ‘Everything in the Wrong Place’ in our Indie Rockers playlist.
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