vista kicks STORY BY MICHELLE LEDESMA PHOTOGRAPHY BY ANNA MARIA LOPEZ
Most narratives of twenty-somethings are often ensnared and then derailed by our consciousness, entailing the part of the story that seems only fitting for the public's eye; like the hardships, the failures, etc. For VISTA KICKS, it appears as though their struggles have yet to come because they've recently just released their sophomore album titled Twenty-Something Nightmare, and it is everything you'd hope for and more. With the nostalgic melodies you hear in "Million Dollar Seller," and "If I Didn't Have You," the band displays the true sound of the 60s and 70s rock with a modern grittiness to it that bellows their authenticity. Vista Kicks, based in Los Angeles, have since showcased their exceptional talents by touring along with bands and making a name for themselves in the ever-growing music industry. Their musical composition is almost made up of fleeting moments, nostalgic but also intricate; more so on the latter because of their general makeup and perspective to what they create. Not only do they persevere through the classic rock tones we can indefinitely hear, but if you listen thoroughly to their 18-track album, each song exhibits a different style of music, ranging from R&B, Country, and punk-rock influences; all of which is cultivated by making their unique sound. Vista Kicks is rewriting and creating the pathway in the industry that seems to be lacking true musical components. When asked about their sophomore album and the message they want their fans to convey, they merely stated, "We think it’s just a reflection on the times we are living in as four, twenty-something musicians."
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