CAR287 have established their sound through real stories, and Muddy Waters shows the possibilities of this concept. As you listen, you get a sense that these are people who are truly from where they're from. The relationship is clearly audible in the music. It gives the song an authentic vibe, which lingers from the opening bars to the final moments.
The guitars make a strong start with a bold and gritty sound. They immediately give the song its character. A natural style that's not too polished or too rough. Vocals are in tune with the music, warm and somewhat rough in keeping with the story. They create a performance that is real and believable.
All of the rhythm parts play with confidence throughout the song. It gives the track a constant energy level without a rush. It's a relaxed game, a game that comes from a band that knows each other well and trusts what happens in the moment. It's a song that would come alive with people in a packed room enjoying every minute.
There is a story to all that energy with real meaning behind it. Muddy Waters was written by CAR287 about a flood that was almost to devour their home city. Knowing that adds more weight to the song. It's not like it's a story that happened in the distant past either, as recent flooding has brought the issue back to the forefront of people's minds. The music has a greater connection because of the real events behind it.
Muddy Waters is a blend of hard rock and a true story. But Jay Yarmey and the rest of the band are also trying to make an energetic song. They are also paying homage to what actually occurred. The song has a strong appeal and then it engages the listener's mind with its story. That balance makes it memorable and makes it sound more like a true rock song than a hit song that is only remembered for a short time.
