Brian Michael Henry is known for embracing the quirky and incredible, and his new single "Family Style" is no exception. Drawing inspiration from the cult horror classic Texas Chainsaw Massacre, this New York-based singer-songwriter presents a playful and eerie question, What if Leatherface brought a boyfriend home for dinner?
The result is a catchy, synth-driven song that blends elements of a love ballad with a horror movie vibe, filled with suspense, humor, and undeniable flair. Building on the sound he began to develop in his 2022 album, Henry wraps his rich, warm voice around gripping beats and spooky sounds. The production creates a sense of tense anticipation, like the moment before a chainsaw starts, but instead, it leads to a slow dance under dim, flickering lights. That contrast is precisely what makes the song intriguing. Henry has a knack for taking bold ideas and turning them into emotionally resonant stories. While the inspiration may be chilling, "Family Style" ultimately tells a tale about seeking acceptance from a partner's family, no matter how eccentric or even terrifying they may be.
This track is the latest release from his upcoming album "If I Have To Stop This Car,' which he describes as exploring the theme of wanting to change someone or at least wishing you could. The song vibrates with the bittersweet tension between desire and resignation, hope and fear. It's fun, catchy, witty, and just the right amount of creepy, all rolled into one.