New track from Elliot Bam, "Can I See You Again," provokes an honest and brooding takeaway that will stay with you for a long time. The music combines elements of pop rock, alternative rock, and blues into a sound that is old-fashioned yet timeless. Armed with its layered vocals, galloping drums, and distorted guitars, it's a song that strikes a chord with anyone who has ever tried to untangle the complexities of romantic connection. Quickly getting down to business from those opening few notes, "Can I See You Again" makes sure that you perk up to its sensual vibe. And Elliot's voice, full of feeling, complements the track's confessional intimacy.
With his ability to turn insecurity and overthinking into art and focus it on fleeting romantic encounters, that soon changes when he turns his attention to a one-night stand. The lyrics delve into the insecurity that comes with an early one-night stand, leaving you to wonder whether this might have the potential to become something more than a one-night stand. As the song progresses, the sound builds, layers of heat and intensity being added through the instrumentation. The explosive guitar solo at 1:48 is a standout, a raw burst of power that stands in stark contrast to the rest of the introspective track. This massive change takes the song to entirely new emotional levels, climaxing in the last verse at 2:10. It's a moment that captures the core conflict of the song, and indeed, the tension between wanting, craving, and demanding more, and knowing that more is, after all, a question.
Elliot's sound has been likened to artists such as Hozier, Phoebe Bridgers, and Lucy Dacus, and his unique spin on indie alt-rock combines moments of raw grit with intimate introspection. The song is so reflective that it looks inward, making you inclined to mull over your own relationships, with driving rhythms and singalong hooks that will guarantee you'll be listening on repeat. An appearance at Liverpool Pride and an increasing online presence mean Elliot is starting to establish himself as one to watch in the alt-indie world. "Can I See You Again" is a moment of openness set against a cacophony of sound, making it a must-listen track for anyone, anywhere who has ever felt lost and empty amid the certainty of love.