Eddie Cohn ‘s ‘Wave Goodbye – Downtown Session’ is a profound and introspective reimagining of one of his most beloved songs. Multitalented, Los-Angeles-based singer, songwriter, composer, and producer has been in the music industry for two decades. Listening to the ‘Downtown Session’ version, one realises how Cohn continues to evolve as a musician and surprise his listeners.
A Soulful Interpretation
In an interview, Cohn talks about his inspiration from the iconic MTV Unplugged performances that made him think of rearranging this song. The past year gave him some time for self-introspect and reflection, a significant period for Cohn to scrutinize people and life choices. This made him delve more into the perspective of change being the only constant and personal evolution as the only way to float on the surface of this changing life.
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Drawing parallel to this theme was his cherished song ‘Wave Goodbye’ which he had written sometime back. Renditioning the song seemed like the perfect contemplative journey at this time. The song is stripped to its barest elements, revealing a soulful layer and nuances. This acoustic version highlights Cohn’s grasp on vulnerability. The careful mixing and mastering by Kevin Penner ensures that every nuance resonates clearly, reminiscing a live performance.
A subtle rephrasing of words, “Overnight, Another wave goodbye, Looks like you lost your mind”, emerges as an intense burst of emotions. The song is meticulous and the philosophical lyrics are a testament to the time and persistence of Eddie Cohn honouring his genre. This song is a labour of love and his audience can feel the depth of his craftsmanship behind this creation. “Wave Goodbye-Downtown Session” is a must-listen as it is part of the promotion for his upcoming full-length album.
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