After two long years of writing and recording, pop band Before You Exit finally releases their new EP “I Like That”; which sends fans into quite a bit of a frenzy. And it’s not only in the States: fans all around the world are buzzing about the new music. Single “I Like That” made it all the way to #7 on Monster Radio RX93.1 in the Philippians, while the EP itself also climbed it’s way to #19 on ITunes. Wow, impressive boys! They’ve really come quite a long way since their last EP “Letting Go.” Now, not only is the band re-emerging with a new sound, but also a new member, Toby, brother of band members Connor and Riley McDonough.
The six song EP released earlier this month features a revamped version of their hit song “End of the World” with rapper Anth, along with two other catchy tunes, “I Like That” and “A Little More You.” These high energy songs will get you throwing down some of your best dance moves and singing along at the top of your lungs in no time. But the EP also shows a softer side, with tracks “Settle For Less,” co-written with Alex Gaskarth of All Time Low, “Three Perfect Days,” and “Soldier.” After listening to this EP, you will hear just how much they’ve broken away from their once punk rock edge genre into a more pop kind of mold.
The EP opens up with title track “I Like That,” which introduces us to an insecure girl who is unaware just of how beautiful she is both inside and out. The boys shower her in compliments, but she immediately shoots them down thinking they are “dead wrong.” They keep insisting that they will “follow her until she sees it too.” It has a One Direction “What Makes You Beautiful” vibe.
Next, we slide into the already popular track “End Of The World.” This is always a crowd favorite at the live shows because the simple echo of “NaNas” gets everyone singing. It is carried by an infectious rhythm that will be sure to get you on your feet.
Moving into track three, things slow down with my personal favorite “Soldier,” an acoustic ballad written completely on their own. This song packs powerful vocals from both Connor and Riley and really serves as an anthem for their fans. It’s all about staying strong and letting them know that you’re never alone.
“A Little More You” talks about wanting to do away with all the little things, just to spend more time with their girl. Cute, right? This has to be my second favorite track on the EP because the lyrics are not only funny but super clever and upbeat. I can’t seem to get it out of my head.
Quickly following, we have “Settle For Less” which describes a girl in a relationship who is not getting the proper attention she deserves. The boy from the outside looking in point of view is trying to prove to her that he can be a better boyfriend, that he is “someone to love her till the end.” We’ve all heard this kind of story before.
To close the album, we have the serious play on words of “Three Perfect Days.” A story of what seemed to be a perfect relationship, only to come quickly tumbling down because he was “just another weekend fling.” The lyrics allow you to really paint a vivid picture in your mind about how the scenario is unfolding. That is something I find unique about it.
So after listening to both EPs, even though I am a fan of “Letting Go,” I do really enjoy “I Like That” as well. I believe that this big shift into pop suits them very well, and it seems like they have finally found the sound they were looking for.
With that being said, I do highly recommend this EP for those that are big supporters of pop music. I would say overall it’s a well produced EP. My copy has been stuck on replay for weeks.
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