It All Started In May is back once again to touch the hearts of listeners with their 70s inspired alternative indie rock sound. Their latest record 'Naaalala' highlights their distinct sound with the groovy synths and deep cut lyrics that capture the longing that comes with thinking back about the one that got away.
The words perfectly capture this sentiment as they capture the sting of yearning saying, “Why is it like this? You suddenly disappeared because you left with someone else.” Touching on the depth of loss and the overwhelming nostalgia that comes with it, the band brought those feelings in full force when teasing 'Naaalala' on their online posts, with one post by bassist JP even reading, "I still remember the days when it was mostly just my room that heard the music I played." Additionally, drummer Mikee also posted, “Sometimes I remember the things I said like ‘this is the last one,’ but then there ended up being a part two, three, and four,” reflecting on the journey of the band.
The music video for the track has an interesting concept that begins with the quintet being part of a talk show where they answer a few "who's most likely to?" questions before plunging into a string of hazy memories that are depicted in scenes that feel like fleeting memories that were filmed and stitched together — further driving home the nostalgic novelty the track aims to embody.
The release of this song wraps up an eventful year for the band as they released 4 singles including 'O’ Kay Tamis,' 'Pasado,' a cover of Hotdog’s 'Manila,' and most recently 'Naaalala'. Other than music releases, 22 November marked a career milestone for It All Started In May as they signed with LYRIC and debuted the “Naaalala” music video at Kowloon House, Quezon City. The event became a full-blown musical festival, powered by electric sets from SunKissed Lola, Earl Generao, SHANNi, brei, and the band’s own show-stopping performance.
Closing out an eventful year, It All Started In May continues to solidify their place in the indie scene, blending nostalgic 70s-inspired sounds with heartfelt storytelling that resonates deeply with listeners. With the release of 'Naaalala' the band not only reflects on the past but also sets the stage for an exciting new chapter in their musical journey.
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