Record Kicks presents "Without You", the second single from American Soul combo The Sextones' upcoming new album, produced by Monophonics frontman, Kelly Finnigan.
The Sextones are back with "Without You", the second single from their upcoming new album Love Can't Be Borrowed. Out on May 24th on digital platforms, the track is an uptempo burner, showcasing playful call-and-response vocals, xylophone and horns over an unapologetically locked-in rhythm section. The new album Love Can't Be Borrowed was produced by none other than Monophonics frontman Kelly Finnigan and it will hit the streets on September 29th on LP, CD and digital via Milan-based label Record Kicks.
Sophisticated, suave, and masterfully composed, the album is a sonic love letter to late 60s and early 70s soul, nodding to the giants of the genre and bowing to its unsung heroes. Drawing from their upbringings steeped in the sound, front man and guitarist Mark Sexton and bassist Alexander Korostinsky knew they wanted an album to highlight their old-school bona fides while leaving room for innovation. They found that balance in marathon recording sessions at Finnigan's Transistor Sound studio in San Rafael, California.
Friends since childhood, The Sextones are Mark Sexton (guitar, vocals), Alexander Korostinsky (bass), Daniel Weiss (drums), and Christopher Sexton (piano). Having known each other for so long, their musical chemistry is effortless and forms the foundation of the band's longevity and creative workflow. Despite their bond, each member has been able to channel their creativity into other acclaimed groups—Alexander and Mark with their cinematic-soul project Whatitdo Archive Group, whose acclaimed debut LP The Black Stone Affair was released on Record Kicks in 2021, and Daniel with the soul/jazz group Delvon Lamarr Organ Trio (Colemine Records). Flexing their creative muscle individually has only strengthened The Sextones' collective songwriting ability and heralds their formidable return to the spotlight. With their recent signing to Record Kicks, the self-made heroes of soul begin a new chapter in their sonic journey, ready to scale new heights and plumb deep emotional depths in service of the genre they love.
lyrics
From the day (I laid eyes on you)
I took a risk (had to see it through)
The best decision a man can make
I made a promise (promise that I won’t break)
You’re there for me (more than a friend could be)
In this life (one and one make three)
A leap of faith is what it takes
In 30 years (it can be better, better)
Ohhh
Now I know it won’t be easy
Ohhhh
When two parts become more
Ohhhh
Yeah you made be stronger
You made me so much stronger now than what I was before
Twice the man when I’m with you
Once a fool in doubt
Twice the man when I’m with you
Half the man without
Forgot the feeling (it’s been a long long time)
You and I (together by design)
Only you, can hold me steady
Believe me darling
(I’ve never been more ready)
Ohhh
Now I know it won’t be easy
Ohhhh
When two parts become more
Ohhhh
Yeah you made be stronger
You made me so much stronger now than what I was before
Twice the man when I’m with you
Once a fool in doubt
Twice the man when I’m with you
Half the man without you
Twice the man when I’m with you
Once a fool in doubt
Twice the man when I’m with you
Half the man without
Another quality release from LRK records
with a fabulous retro feel and spot on vocals from Claire Davis , definately one to watch in the future mischief906
