Genre-defying brothers Connor and Oscar Absolum, who make up the musical troupe Mister Co., are back with their single, "Blink," a compelling creation that melds hip-hop and other influences, resulting in a lush and evocative sound. It's obvious from the first note of "Blink" that it’s a statement, a window into a universe where big band showmanship braids seamlessly into anthemic rock and soulful pop.
Connor and Oscar are all about contrasts in their working relationship, and the pair have found that synergy in "Blink." Oscar, with a history in he big band and musical theatre world, is responsible for the song’s dramatic air, and the resonant energy that Connor’s anthem-rock sensibility and soul influence imbues throughout comes from his playful music. The result is a song that strikes a balance of grand and intimately human, capable of enrolling listeners into the duo’s imaginary sound universe with each thump of the beat.
What distinguishes "Blink" is that it’s a song that draws you in, making it possible for the listener to experience the full, sweeping theatricality of Oscar’s arrangements, but also the down-to-earth warmth of Connor’s singing. It’s a combination of tension and release that makes for a gripping listening and performance experience that feels spontaneous, almost as though the music is being born in real-time, rather than from a performance.
"Blink" resonates with immediacy. The song captures the ephemeral nature of emotions and the urgency of seizing the moment, a concept cleverly reflected in its name. Their attentiveness to both musical texture and narrative means every listen reveals a fresh layer, a percussive gesture, a new distance in the mix, or an unexpected melodic twist, and this leaves the listener coming back for more.