“Our Hearts Didn’t Go That Way” (Feat. Durand Jones) is two minutes of pure hot neon sugar. 80’s sax shimmers throughout the bouncy track, as the vocal duet of Jones and Mattison brings to mind epic past collaborations like Michael McDonald and Patti Labelle, or the late greats Ronnie Spector and Eddie Money. Although heartbreaking in nature, the song evokes a feeling that true love can never be broken.
Alanna Royale's approach to classic soul honors the sounds and artists of the '60s and '70s while adding sparkling contemporary flair. Bandcamp New & Notable Aug 15, 2023