Proper Youth‘s ‘Modern Cowboy’ is a captivating blend of dreamy indie-rock and lyrical storytelling, painting a vivid picture of solace found amidst the storm.
The trio—Adam Barito, Amy Nesky, and Bobb Barito—craft a soundscape opening with hazy melodies drifting through the warm summer rain, setting the stage for a tale of a protagonist finding peace on a rain-soaked porch, watching the dogs who “know more than they’ll say.”
As the verses sketch these serene, weathered scenes, the choruses turn inward with a touch of wry humour. Barito’s line, “Feeling caught, oh you modern cowboy, it’s a lot if you’re alone,” playfully questions whether the singer’s perceived woes are as dire as they seem. The track builds beautifully, with layers of shimmering guitar textures enveloping the listener and a soaring saxophone adding an unexpected, cosmic twist.
The final note of the sax hangs in the air, leaving a lingering sense of wonder about whether the modern cowboy’s struggles are real or imagined. This is a compelling listen.
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