Bonneville is a Southern retro-soul and R&B band comprised of duo Jeff Hayashi and Wes McGee. Creating a unique combination of classic and modern sonics, their music is rooted in emotional expression and celebrates the timeless backdrop of the Southern soul sound.
With their latest single ‘Over Breakin’, taken from the upcoming album Flying Machine, the group bring a groovy, upbeat atmosphere to the theme of overcoming heartbreak. The track was produced by GRAMMY-recognised Starita, and recorded at FAME Studios, the heartbeat of Alabama’s music scene currently celebrating its 65th anniversary.
Reminiscent of Motown positivity but bringing a fresh Bonneville twist, ‘Over Breakin’ brings sparkling brass, expressive guitars and a joyful set of vocal harmonies. The soaring lead vocals lead a huge movement, growing progressively before the track’s final moments lends itself to a wave of untethered musicianship from every avenue.
Garnering widespread attention from the press, radio and streaming platforms, Bonneville’s journey returns them to their artistic roots and preserves the future of a classic style.
Jeff shares, “The song is essentially the same chords throughout so I wanted to differentiate the chorus from the verses by changing the rhythm. I wanted big horns in the track so I had a lot of fun arranging the brass ensemble with Brad Guin and Marc Franklin. There are many stacks and harmonized layers during the chorus section with the brass. It really makes the chorus soar!”
