Jackson Colt is the pure essence of 80’s Classic Rock reimagined, combining a retro-retake with a fresh modern sound that booms through the ages for all likes and tastes. The catchy chorus hook and melodic riff from “Reckless Love” will get stuck in your head and have you singing along in no time with glee!
Jackson Colt comments on the track
“‘Reckless Love’ tells a story about “loving somebody who you are not meant to be with. The first verse depicts the beginning of the two lovers journey being exciting and ignorant. The second verse contrasts this by showing the final stages of being miserable. The chorus acts as a rationalisation that both lovers display in which they believe that the reckless nature of the love is normal.”
“The lyrics deal with the idea of challenging fate and the insanity that comes with trying to believe that everything is in place. The song begins with the lovers cross paths on a one way street which is a clear indication from the start that things aren’t meant to be. Someone is going the wrong way.”
“The song has a very upbeat classic rock style to it. This was done to convey the hopes for two lovers, while the lyrics acting as the underlying truth/voice in our heads both are trying to ignore.”
“Recording the song with producer Dale Schnettler (Prime Circle & The DrumJ Experience) was incredible. We wanted to capture the classic rock sound through big harmonies while still keeping the bouncy rhythm . We also harmonised a few chords at the end of the choruses which was interesting as mostly single notes are harmonised.”
Check out the lyric video for “Reckless Love” below:
You can stream / download the track HERE.
More info about Jackson Colt
Raised on Old School Rock, Jackson Colt got his first guitar at the age of 9 in a second-hand store, He starting learning to play songs by bands such as Creedence Clearwater Revival, The Who, Grand Funk Railroad and more. Jackson cites his family as his biggest influence on his Classic Rock influenced sound. Growing up with bands like Deep Purple, AC/DC, Def Leppard, Guns n’ Roses playing in the house, it was easy to see what music he would write.
Currently, Jackson Colt is working on a full-length debut album to be released in 2023. The 14-track album combines the Classic Rock sound with some modern influences.
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