The Yets – Enemy
The Yets’ latest single, “Enemy,” reveals the duo’s exceptional talent to combine atmospheric melodies with deep feelings. Craig Anderson Snook’s guitar production and Robin Wilson’s ethereal vocals combine to create an honest exploration of emotional problems and the magnetism of isolation. The song opens with soft and melodic guitars that offer a surreal, ethereal aspect. At 0:40, the music changes to a powerful, riff-driven expansion with sophisticated guitar layers that perfectly combine. Robin Wilson’s vocals, inspired by the Cocteau Twins and The Gathering, reflect the song’s lyrics with awareness and energy, perfectly matching the sensitive subject matter. Thematically, “Enemy” explores the temptation of isolation as well as deeper feelings. The lyrics provide an accurate depiction of internal conflict, exploring through prior fears and desires that come back in times of failing. This psychological weight is beautifully mirrored in the track’s orchestration, especially the powerful guitars that appear after 2:10, highlighting the tension and resolution of the song’s message. The production is professional, with a well-balanced mix and the mastering adds dimension without overriding the song’s emotional nature with extra loudness, etc. Overall, “Enemy” is an impressive piece that combines meditative storytelling and lush, strong musical accompaniment.
Photo Credit: photo by Gordon & Jill Backman