Why I Reacted To This Song
It’s a softer side of Taking Back Sunday and the open G tuning gives it a sound all its own.
Original by Artist
Fred Mascherino: Guitar Lesson
About This Song
“New American Classic” appears on Louder Now, Taking Back Sunday’s 2006 album. The guitar uses open G tuning (D G D G B D from low to high), which lets open strings ring out under the chords and gives the song its full, warm sound.
First Impressions
It’s more laid back than most of the album, with ringing guitars that set a reflective mood right away.
My Reaction
“New American Classic” shows Taking Back Sunday can slow things down without losing any emotional weight. The open G tuning gives the guitars a rich, resonant tone and the vocals sit perfectly on top of it.
Rating
83/100