With an almost lounge-y swagger, New Jersey’s The Antoine Poncelet Band offers Beautiful Losers, their fourth single. References to Oscar Wilde and the biblical story of John the Baptist serve as the central lyrical theme of the song as the singer’s Bowie-esqe delivery propels the lyrics forward over a relaxed groove accented with clean guitars and a thick bass line. And while the final mix of the song feels a bit rough, the passion behind it definitely comes across.
When we think about retro sounds these days it tends to invoke memories of the 80’s. Where the NJ act really shines through is the Avant garde salon feelings of Velvet Underground/New York Dolls. Antoine’s voice isn’t a traditional beauty, it is captivating and unpredictable. I can picture a small theater performance piece in my own mind. The breakdown at 2:30 is a whimsical transition that makes this track whole.
Additionally, a Synthwave Mix is included with the standard four-on-the-floor groove and ghostly synth effects; giving DJs something to work with.
https://theantoineponceletband.bandcamp.com/album/beautiful-losers