"Heartbeats" by Jose Gonzalez-A Review

Folk rock artist, Jose Gonzalez leaves his listeners with another soothing and simplistic hit. The sultry lyrics of "Heartbeats," which questions a torn-love, is packed full of poetic language to engage in. Most artists today seem to lack the depth needed in their songs. With lines such as, "And you, kept us awake with wolves teeth//Sharing different heartbeats//In one night," listeners are aware that Gonzalez has a creative written talent. His music also surpasses the talent of the mundane artist. While it may see very simplistic, it is this very use of skill that brings out the complexity of the lyrics. Having both a powerful and complex melody with strong lyrics can most often be too much. Gonzalez's relaxing broken-chord progressions in the lower register of the guitar provides the perfect balance. While Gonzalez may not have the best voice, it is this almost-ameteaur sound that provides a realistic artist that many listeners may be attracted to because of its common tone. This certainly is not the song one may be looking for to be put in a cheery mood, yet it offers the perfect avenue of comfort for all those heartbroken souls.