Alt-pop & Contemporary Pop Punk Energy

From the first notes, Back to the Feeling hooks the listener with a shimmering blend of 80s-inspired alt-pop and contemporary pop punk energy. The track balances nostalgia with vibrancy, creating a soundscape that feels both cinematic and immediate. Seth Renken’s acoustic riff forms the emotional core, while the band builds around it layers of guitars, synths, and percussion that push the track forward with relentless momentum.

Vocally, Zack Shada is both tender and soaring, carrying lyrics that reflect on moments and feelings that can’t be reclaimed. The track doesn’t linger in melancholy; it pairs its reflective themes with an uplifting instrumental palette, making it a rare song that mourns and celebrates in equal measure. The songwriting showcases Make Out Monday’s knack for crafting hooks that are as emotionally resonant as they are irresistibly catchy.

Ultimately, Back to the Feeling succeeds because it’s more than a nostalgic homage. It’s a carefully constructed anthem that bridges past and present, capturing the joy of memory and the urgency of now. The song is proof that Make Out Monday are evolving—honoring their influences while asserting their own unmistakable voice.

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