Here to talk about the second single by The Open Flames, ‘Eat Alone,’ ahead of their debut album Same Time Next Year. "'Eat Alone' is about when you want to help someone who's hurting, and they don't want the help," explains Dave Eastman. "It's a heartbreaking situation that we try to show through a caregiver's pleas — and memories — and the noise of the song."
The song is catchy, with vocals straight from the start. It reminds me of early R.E.M. with a straightforward and old-style production. The band performs it very well, with a solid rhythm section and inspired guitars and vocal lines. A very enjoyable song, with the right sound for the genre. Give it a go by clicking on the player below and remember to follow The Open Flames on their official website and social media.