Imagine Dragons Do An Outstanding Job Of Walking On The Wire

The chorus that launched a thousand ships comes to us through Imagine Dragons and its hip new song "Walking On The Wire" straight from the soon to be released "Evolve" CD. The overall sound, like you would expect has epic saga written all over it. You sense this otherworldly quality, as if it emerged from some dark chasm to bring light to a troubled world. Dan Reynolds does an admirable job projecting from behind the mike. This is necessary given the emotionally charged grooves the band throws down through its lyrics which are soft like gooey white bread that's been waiting to bust diets hither and yon. The still shot shows an outer space aesthetic that speaks to an optimism not of this realm. Allow me to demonstrate..."Do you feel the same when I'm away from you? Do you know the line I'd walk for you? The chorus gives prickly heat upon first listen. Plainly implied the heart tugging message states, "We're walking the wire,love, we're walking the wire, love. We couldn't be higher, up. We're walking the wire, wire, wire. Wayne Sermon excites the senses with his stellar guitar work which fuels the drama this song is fueled by. Can't leave out Ben McKee and his mastery on keys and synths. Kind of underscores the outer space vibe that was hinted at earlier. When reaching for the cosmos that's the kind of soundscape you need to get imaginations launched. Imagine Dragons isn't a stranger to bombastic arrangements, "Radioactive" being a case in point. That jam kicked ass wherever it went. "Walking On The Wire" certainly isn't quite as wide in scope but sets a mood in motion. Imagine Dragons advocate taking each step as it comes which, come to think of it, is our main option navigating the world around us. They also have a great way with roadside imagery. My exhibit As and Bs consist of "Feel the wind in your hair. Feel the rush way up here. All this kinetic movement excites the senses on many levels all of which arouse on impact. I think "Walking On The Wire" represents a fine edition to its singles library. Not a long walk but a peppy one that merits more than a hi and bye response from listeners.