Sean MacLeod just released a new single called “Take Control (Don’t Let ’Em)” and it’s one of those songs that grabs your attention through its drive and attitude. I’ve written about his music before and one thing I’ve always liked about him is the energy he brings into his music. This track keeps that spirit alive.
The song has an alt-rock pop direction with bright guitars and a steady rhythm that pushes the whole thing forward. The guitars carry a lot of character here. They’re loud, a little gritty and they move the song along. It sounds like a band playing together in a room and locked into the same groove.
Sean’s voice plays a big role in why the track works. He sings with confidence and a kind of drive that fits the theme of the song. When the chorus hits and he sings “Don’t Let ’Em Take Control” it sticks quickly. I caught myself repeating that line later without even thinking about it. That kind of hook is hard to ignore and it gives the song its main identity.
Another thing I liked was how easy the lyrics are to follow. There’s a direct message in them and it doesn’t get buried under layers of complicated writing. You hear the idea right away and the music carries it forward. This is the kind of song that hangs around in your head for a while after listening. And honestly, I’m not complaining about that.
