Alfie Sharp – “DON’T KNOW MY NAME”
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UK-based Alfie Sharp has just released “DON’T KNOW MY NAME,” a soulful, analogue-flavored track about rediscovering yourself after surviving something that fundamentally changed you.
Upon first impression, “DON’T KNOW MY NAME” enters the ears like a contemporary slice of pop music, with Sharp’s confident vocal performance gliding across an ambient soundscape. What initially caught our attention is the warm overdrive that adds some vintage texture to his voice, foreshadowing the sweet flavor of yesteryear.
It doesn't take long before listeners are greeted by the momentum of a lo-fi, retro soul rhythm section. Sharp's remarkable falsetto is elevated by layers of auxiliary vocals, giving the chorus an even greater sense of lift. We’re catching some glimpses of Nathaniel Rateliff, Leon Bridges, and even a touch of Charles Bradley, though "DON’T KNOW MY NAME" ultimately establishes its own identity. Dynamic shifts between restrained verses and soaring refrains keep the song moving with a satisfying sense of propulsion.
With "DON’T KNOW MY NAME," Alfie Sharp channels the same soulful spirit that made Amy Winehouse so captivating, breathing new life into a timeless sound. This song excites us the way that Black Pumas made us pull the car over when the radio hit us with their psychedelic soul. And if this is indicative of Sharp’s future releases, then there might just be hope for this strange new world of music.
"DON’T KNOW MY NAME" is now available everywhere. Connect with Alfie Sharp here: Spotify | Instagram | Facebook
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