American indie-folk singer-songwriter Noah Kahan has teamed up with the British indie-rock artist Sam Fender to release his new single, Homesick.
Homesick was released 19 January and has been highly anticipated by fans.
Noah has a calmer style than Sam’s indie-rock. He still produces music under the indie category, but it is more indie-folk (Northern Attitude). Stick Season is arguably his most recognizable song, with almost half a billion listens on Spotify. His music has an American country feel about it – it’s cosy, heartfelt, and reassuring.
Sam is best known for his indie-rock sound: Seventeen Going Under, Will We Talk? and Getting Started are some of his most popular tracks on Spotify. He encapsulates the sound of British summer and instantly throws you back to festival season when you hear him.
With the pair having their own set of dedicated fans, it’s no doubt that Homesick will rake in the streams the second it drops.
Beginning with Noah’s soft voice, accompanied by a gentle strum of the guitar, Homesick quickly builds up into a more up-beat track. The pace picks up as Sam is introduced to the single, his voice working perfectly as a bridge between lyrics and the chorus.
The chorus makes it clear why the song was so highly anticipated. You may have heard the chorus on TikTok or other platforms as the song was teased before release, and it quickly planted itself in people’s minds.
It’s a catchy, punching chorus that pairs great with the smoothness of the rest of the track.
We end the song off with an energetic mix of guitars, sax, and electrics – a final burst of love for this track as Noah finishes the vocals.
Homesick has emotion, love, memories held to the heart, and power – it will draw feelings from deep within you as you jump along to the chorus, leaving you feeling bittersweet.
Homesick is out now, you can stream it here.
Noah Kahan starts his European tour off in Glasgow, February 10. You can find tickets here.
Featured Image Credit: Noah Kahan/Spotify
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