If It's Too Loud...

We tend to love neo-soul here at If It's Too Loud..., and while The McCharmlys fit that genre, they don't fit it completely neatly. The California band's latest single, "Can't Help It," sounds like both a vintage throwback and a modern version of the genre. Plus, the song is just as much doo wop as it is soul. It's a gorgeous and fun song with its roots firmly in the 1960's but in a completely modern style. If you grew up on classic soul and doo wop, you're going to love "Can't Help It," although that certainly isn't a prerequisite. We're just discovering The McCharmlys, and I can guarantee this won't be the last you hear of them here. You can listen to "Can't Help It" below. The single is out now on Nu-Tone/Hi-Tide Recordings. For more on The McCharmlys, check out the band's website . Can't Help It - Single by The McCharmlys

I can't quite explain why, but the latest single from The Jazztronauts doesn't sound quite like I assumed they would. First of all, "Dave's Song" starts off with a killer guitar riff, which doesn't typically scream "jazz song." After that, the song is propelled by the horn section in the way you typically hear from brass bands, especially the ones that meld hip hop into their style. Once you figure out what "Dave's Song" is, it changes up into a more traditional jazz sound, until the guitar solo kicks in, which is more of a rock and/or Funkadelic style. The Jazztronauts have created a hard rockin' jazz single that you should crank up loud and enjoy. You can listen to "Dave's Song" below. The single is out now on Nu-Tone. For more on The Jazztronauts, check out the band on Facebook and Instagram .