“Walking Backwards,” from Joe Dadio, indeed walks the listener back to a time when lush ballads were richly-produced works of art that delighted casual listeners and audiophiles alike. Layered horns and intricate vocal harmonies harken back to the days that split the difference between AM Radio tunesmith and AOR FM rock, but all mixed and delivered through the sound technology afforded in 2023. The foundation of all that lies on a bed of Elton-esque piano and backing tracks delivered by Dadio’s in-house rhythm section, which takes the piece up a notch from the standard pop fare that’s found across streaming services. Combined with a reflective and thought provoking lyric that many can find relatable, it’s well worth a listen on your playlist.
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