{"id":3764,"date":"2025-01-12T07:31:08","date_gmt":"2025-01-12T07:31:08","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/pressthemusic.com\/?p=3764"},"modified":"2025-01-12T10:27:29","modified_gmt":"2025-01-12T10:27:29","slug":"the-afro-nick-get-there-before-noon-single-review","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/pressthemusic.com\/the-afro-nick-get-there-before-noon-single-review\/","title":{"rendered":"The Afro Nick \/ Get There Before Noon \/ Single Review"},"content":{"rendered":"

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_video link=”https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=0bBel_-391M” css_animation=”fadeIn”][vc_zigzag color=”chino” el_width=”50″][vc_empty_space height=”22px”][vc_column_text css_animation=”fadeIn”]The Afro Nick<\/strong>, the moniker of Greek native Nick Anastasakis<\/strong>, delivers a potent dose of psychedelic-tinged rock with his debut single, \u201cGet There Before Noon.\u201d Born from a hazy morning in NYC and finalized in his LA home studio, the track pulsates with a driving urgency, mirroring the very sentiment of its creation.<\/p>\n

Anastasakis\u2019s Cretan upbringing, with its early exposure to Romani musicians, bleeds into the track\u2019s melodic sensibilities. \u201cGet There Before Noon<\/strong>\u201d isn\u2019t simply a recounting of a hungover dash to a recording session; it\u2019s a rallying cry to seize the present. \u201cI got to live this life, not yesterday<\/strong><\/em>\u201d resonate with a raw, visceral energy, amplified by Anastasakis\u2019s raspy vocal delivery. While the lyrical themes of seizing the day are familiar territory, The Afro Nick<\/strong> injects them with a genuine sense of passion and a distinct sonic palette.<\/p>\n

The track, born in New York and reimagined in Los Angeles, bears the marks of its journey\u2014gritty, introspective, and sun-soaked in equal measure. Nick’s ability to blend influences from his Cretan upbringing, New York’s indie scene, and LA’s sprawling creative energy results in a sound that’s both globally inspired and uniquely his own.<\/p>\n

Powerful, swirling guitars intertwine with gilded basslines and groovy synths, building to an anthemic chorus that demands to be played at maximum volume. The contributions of Grammy-winning synth player Leo Genovese<\/strong> are particularly noteworthy, adding a layer of sonic depth that elevates the track beyond standard indie-rock fare.<\/p>\n

The Afro Nick\u2019s music has always been a celebration of individuality, and “Get There Before Noon”<\/b> is no exception. It is a reminder that sometimes, the most powerful art is born from the most mundane experiences, transformed through raw talent and a relentless creative drive.<\/p>\n

For fans of indie rock with a touch of soul and a lot of grit, this track is not one to miss.<\/p>\n

Music Credits:<\/p>\n

Musicians
\nLeonardo Genovese,
\nGiorgos Evaggelos Athanasiadis,
\nRobby Sinclair
\nPercussion Jo\u00e3o Paulo Drumond (via Musiversal)<\/p>\n

Sound
\nNikolaos Michail Anastasakis,
\nJeremy Loucas
\nJeffrey Fettin
\nJustin Kessler
\nLuciano Vass\u00e3o (via Musiversal)<\/p>\n

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